Trauma Dominoes at the Trump Rally

Trauma Dominoes! What is the future potential for a PTSD diagnoses for an individual who witnessed the assassination attempt of former President Trump at his rally in Pennsylvania? Could someone watching it at home be affected? Could his son be affected? Find out more with this episode of the Therapeutic Drive-Thru! The Trauma Domino isContinue reading “Trauma Dominoes at the Trump Rally”

What Motivates Stalkers?

If you’ve watched Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, then you may have questions! What classifies someone as a stalker, what motivates someone to stalk, and what mental health diagnosis would someone receive as a stalker. Let’s break it down with the Therapeutic Drive-Thru! #babyreindeer #netflix #stalking

3 Things Students Need to Heal, After a Traumatic Incident.

After a traumatic incident there are 3 things individuals need to begin the healing process. The most important step is to provide safety! After the individual feel safe then they can begin to retell their story and reconnect with those who were also involved. These steps aren’t just for students, they are essential for allContinue reading “3 Things Students Need to Heal, After a Traumatic Incident.”

Firefly Lane, Tully Hart, and PTSD

Firefly Lane in now showing on Netflix and it’s also showing us a perfect example of an individual suffering with PTSD after experiencing a sexual assault as a teenager. Let’s dive in and see how many of the PTSD criterion are met for Tully Hart. #fireflylane #tullyhart #ptsd #posttraumaticstressdisorder

How Does EMDR Treat Trauma?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a very popular therapeutic treatment for working with PTSD and trauma. How does it work, and can it be used to treat other issues? Find out with this episode of the Therapeutic Drive-Thru. If you are looking for a trained EMDR therapist in your area, then log onContinue reading “How Does EMDR Treat Trauma?”

6 Signs Maverick has PTSD

#topgunmaverick is now in theaters! So, let’s talk about the signs that Maverick is still struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from losing his buddy, Goose. He’s checking all the boxes from intrusive symptoms to negative alterations, and dissociation. Find out more about some of the signs and symptoms of PTSD, with this episode ofContinue reading “6 Signs Maverick has PTSD”

Training Afghan Soldiers, what’s it Really Like?

The U.S. invasion of Afghanistan occurred after the September 11th attacks in 2001.  The goal was to remove the Taliban from power, and our troops were successful in their mission.  Twenty years later, U.S. troops are finally withdrawn from Afghanistan.  Taliban forces enter the capital city nearly overnight, meeting limited resistance, regaining power, and raisingContinue reading “Training Afghan Soldiers, what’s it Really Like?”