Statistics on Nightmares
VA PTSD program webinar, statistics on nightmares: General population 5%, trauma-exposed Civilians 30%, trauma-exposed Veterans 50%, Active-Duty & National Guard 30%-40%, Active-Duty Military Personnel w/
Relief
For fast-acting relief, try slowing down. -Calm app
Red LED light pens
There are red LED light pens for night time journaling, especially for those with difficulty sleeping and/or nightmares. -Anonymous
Comparative Suffering
Comparative suffering (comparing to others) is not productive, only adds more suffering, and does not acknowledge your own suffering. -Calm app
Political Anxiety & Self-Care
As we start this week for all of us, let’s remember to practice extra self-care, pace ourselves throughout each day without overstacking our schedule, obtain
Motivation
What are you motivated to do for others, but hesitate in doing for yourself because you don’t think you’re worth the time, money, or energy?
PTSD Nightmares
APA article 2024: Worrying, being anxious, and having fear-related life experiences can cause/increase nightmares. Poor sleep and nightmares can lead to emotional dysregulation. Nightmares cause/increase
Irritability & PTSD
Per APA Psychological Trauma Research Journal (2024): Irritability was significantly correlated to PTSD and should be incorporated into the PTSD dimensions.
Gaslighting
What is the difference between intentional vs non-intentional gaslighting? How can you tell the difference? -Dr. P