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PTSD UK Blog

You’ll find up-to-date news, research and information here along with some great tips to ease your PTSD in our blog.

Trauma and Fibromyalgia

Understanding the Link Between Trauma and Fibromyalgia Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and fibromyalgia are two very distinct conditions, but they share a closer connection than one might imagine.  People with PTSD often display symptoms of fibromyalgia, and vice versa,

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Case Study: CBT Treatment – Matthew

Case Study: CBT Treatment – Matthew A traumatic experience at work over 30 years ago left Matthew with PTSD, which at times left him with anxiety, panic attacks and unable to leave his own home. Matthew used CBT to learn

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Pause and Be Days

Thriving Through ‘Pause and Be Days’ For people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), the unending quest for self-improvement, the relentless pursuit of healing, and the expectation to maintain unwavering ‘strength’ can become

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sleep and cortisol in PTSD

Understanding the 3 AM Wake-Up Call: Cortisol and Sleep in PTSD & C-PTSD The tranquility of nighttime can often be disrupted for many people, leaving them wide awake around 3am. This phenomenon, while common, takes on a deeper significance for 

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poetry anthology

Healing Through Poetry: ‘Hiding in the Sea from the Rain In the realm of trauma recovery, the power of art and words cannot be underestimated. They offer solace, empowerment, and a voice to those who have endured the ‘storms of

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Love Harlso Collaboration

Love Harlso and PTSD UK – our new dog accessory collection Uniting Compassion and Canine Comfort: We’re proud to introduce Love Harlso and PTSD UK’s Collaborative Collection of dog accessories to support owners and raise awareness. In a heartwarming collaboration

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Treatments for PTSD

It is possible for PTSD to be successfully treated many years after the traumatic event occurred, which means it is never too late to seek help. For some, the first step may be watchful waiting, then exploring therapeutic options such as individual or group therapy – but the main treatment options in the UK are psychological treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

Traumatic events can be very difficult to come to terms with, but confronting and understanding your feelings and seeking professional help is often the only way of effectively treating PTSD. You can find out more in the links below, or here.