As a special needs parent you probably have heard about weighted blankets before, but did you know weighted blankets are good for both children AND adults? A weighted blanket can provide a sense of calm for a wide range of individuals, including those with some of these disorders: Autism ADHD SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder) Anxiety PTSD…
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What PTSD as a Special Needs Mom is Like for Me
I am a special needs mom. My daughter is medically complex and has special needs. I debated whether or not I should share this, but I feel like very few speak out about this topic. I want to be the voice for special needs moms like me who may be going through the same thing…
10 Reasons Why Some People Develop PTSD and Others Don’t
PTSD, or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, is something that most of us are at least aware of. It is a mental illness resulting from trauma, whose symptoms include flashbacks to traumatic events, avoidance of triggers that remind the person of those traumatic events, and hyper-vigilance, a constant state of high arousal and alertness. While many of us associate…
Medical-Related PTSD Part Two: Special Needs Caregiver Trauma
Diagnosed With Medical PTSD and now Sharing my Story to Raise Awareness Ever since I was diagnosed with medical-related PTSD, I’ve been afraid to tell my story. I’ve been afraid of people’s thoughts and knew that a lot of people would have a hard time understanding. In the military community, PTSD is a very serious…
Medical-Related PTSD Part One: Birth Trauma
Diagnosed With Medical PTSD and now Sharing my Story to Raise Awareness Ever since I was diagnosed with medical-related PTSD, I’ve been afraid to tell my story. I’ve been afraid of people’s thoughts and knew that a lot of people would have a hard time understanding. In the military community, PTSD is a very serious…
PTSD in Veterans and the General Population
When we think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), we usually think of it in terms of combat veterans. In reality, civilians aren’t immune to the effects. However, the reason the disorder is associated so heavily with combat veterans is because they are one of the most visible and are vocal examples of the effects of…
PTSD: What Military Families Need to Know
If you or a loved one is part of the military you’ve probably heard of post-traumatic stress disorder. This illness, which is characterized by flashbacks, depression and other types of psychological distress, has affected countless US soldiers, and can result in complications that affect entire families and social circles. Thankfully, though, an awareness of PTSD…
