12 signs you might be suffering from PTSD
TLDRThe video script discusses Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), a condition resulting from prolonged exposure to devastating experiences during the first 15 years of life, such as emotional neglect and violence. It highlights twelve leading symptoms, including hypervigilance, difficulty relaxing, sleep disturbances, negative self-image, attraction to unavailable partners, and paranoia. The script emphasizes the need for compassion towards oneself and the importance of seeking therapy from professionals trained in trauma. It suggests that the root cause of C-PTSD is a lack of love and that healing involves learning to love oneself. The School of Life is mentioned as a resource offering online psychotherapy to those in need.
Takeaways
- 📚 PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) was officially recognized in 1980, while Complex PTSD was recognized in 1994 to describe long-term traumas such as emotional neglect and violence experienced during the first 15 years of life.
- 🌍 An estimated 20% of the population may unknowingly suffer from Complex PTSD, struggling with symptoms but without a clear understanding of their condition.
- 🔍 The script lists twelve leading symptoms of Complex PTSD, suggesting that if more than seven apply, it might be a warning sign to seek help.
- 🚨 A key symptom is a pervasive sense of unsafety and hypervigilance, often accompanied by a fear of a sudden catastrophic event leading to humiliation or imprisonment.
- 🤲 Difficulty relaxing, physical tension, and aversion to touch or intimacy are common, with anxiety also impacting the digestive system.
- 😔 Poor self-image and self-hatred are prevalent, with individuals feeling monstrous and repulsive, particularly concerning their sexuality.
- 🤝 A tendency to be attracted to unavailable or disengaged people, and a repulsion towards those who seek closeness.
- 😠 A proneness to intense anger or frustration, often stemming from deep worry and a fear of impending disaster.
- 🧐 Paranoia and a sense that others are hostile, with a heightened awareness of social media negativity being indicative of a broader worldview.
- 🏠 A preference for solitude due to finding others dangerous and worrying, with some individuals fantasizing about permanent isolation.
- 🔁 Rigidity in routines and an aversion to change, as unpredictability can trigger fears of chaos or downfall.
- 💼 An attempt to find safety through overworking and achieving in areas like money, fame, or prestige, yet realizing that external success does not equate to internal peace.
- 🌱 The suggested cure for Complex PTSD involves acknowledging past traumas, seeking a compassionate therapist trained in trauma, and learning to love oneself.
Q & A
What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
-Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition officially recognized in 1980 that describes the effects of exposure to a relatively brief but devastating event, such as war, rape, an accident, or a terrorist incident.
When was Complex PTSD officially recognized?
-Complex PTSD was officially recognized in 1994 to describe the effects of exposure to devastating experiences over a long period, typically the first 15 years of life.
What is the estimated percentage of people who may be undiagnosed sufferers of Complex PTSD?
-It is estimated that as many as twenty percent of people may be undiagnosed sufferers of Complex PTSD.
What are some of the leading symptoms of Complex PTSD?
-Some leading symptoms of Complex PTSD include a constant feeling of unsafety, inability to relax, sleep disturbances, a deep-seated negative self-image, attraction to unavailable people, anger issues, paranoia, preference for solitude, feelings of exhaustion with life, rigid routines, and a misguided attempt to find safety through work or achievements.
How many of the Complex PTSD symptoms might be a warning sign worth listening to?
-Experiencing more than seven of the leading symptoms of Complex PTSD might be a warning sign worth listening to.
What is the suggested first step for someone who suspects they have Complex PTSD?
-The first step is to courageously realize and acknowledge the terrible experiences that have not been properly digested due to the lack of a kind, stable environment.
What is the role of a therapist or counselor in treating Complex PTSD?
-A therapist or counselor trained in handling Complex PTSD can help by directing enormous amounts of compassion towards the individual's younger self, enabling them to face the trauma and recognize its impact on their life.
What does the script suggest as the root cause of Complex PTSD?
-The root cause of Complex PTSD, as suggested in the script, is an absence of love, often stemming from emotional neglect or harsh treatment during formative years.
How does the script propose that individuals with Complex PTSD can begin to heal?
-The script proposes that healing begins with self-compassion, allowing oneself to feel kindness for who they were, and seeking therapy from professionals trained in trauma and Complex PTSD.
What is the significance of recognizing the impact of trauma on one's life?
-Recognizing the impact of trauma is significant as it allows individuals to understand their reactions and behaviors, seek appropriate help, and begin the process of healing and recovery.
How does the script describe the experience of someone with Complex PTSD in social environments?
-The script describes individuals with Complex PTSD as finding social environments hostile and threatening, often perceiving others as potential sources of humiliation and danger, which can lead to a preference for isolation.
What does the script suggest about the effectiveness of external achievements in providing a sense of safety for someone with Complex PTSD?
-The script suggests that external achievements like amassing money, fame, or prestige do not provide a true sense of safety for someone with Complex PTSD, as the sense of danger and self-disgust comes from deep within and cannot be resolved externally.
Outlines
😔 Understanding Complex PTSD
The first paragraph introduces Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and its more complex form, Complex PTSD. PTSD is recognized as a response to a devastating event like war or accidents, while Complex PTSD is linked to prolonged exposure to trauma, such as emotional neglect and violence, particularly during the first 15 years of life. It is suggested that many people suffer from Complex PTSD without a proper diagnosis, which can lead to feelings of insecurity, hypervigilance, and a range of other symptoms that affect daily life and well-being. The paragraph lists twelve symptoms that could indicate Complex PTSD, including a persistent sense of danger, difficulty relaxing, sleep disturbances, negative self-image, attraction to unavailable people, aversion to intimacy, anger issues, paranoia, preference for solitude, feelings of exhaustion with life, rigid routines, and an underlying self-disgust.
🤔 Healing from Complex PTSD
The second paragraph delves into the potential treatment and recovery process for Complex PTSD. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and acknowledging the traumatic experiences that have led to the condition. The paragraph suggests that the root cause of Complex PTSD is a lack of love and that healing involves learning to love oneself. It also highlights the significance of finding a therapist or counselor trained in trauma and Complex PTSD, who can guide the individual through the process of self-compassion and facing the trauma. The School of Life is mentioned as a resource offering online psychotherapy to help individuals navigate through life's most challenging moments.
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Keywords
💡Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
💡Complex PTSD
💡Trauma
💡Hypervigilance
💡Self-image
💡Paranoia
💡Suicidality
💡Routine
💡Compassion
💡Therapy
💡Emotional Neglect
💡Self-Disgust
Highlights
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was officially recognized in 1980 to describe exposure to devastating events such as war, rape, accidents, or terrorist incidents.
Complex PTSD, recognized in 1994, involves exposure to long-term devastating experiences during the first 15 years of life, including emotional neglect and violence.
An estimated 20% of the population may be undiagnosed sufferers of Complex PTSD, lacking a term to capture their condition.
Twelve leading symptoms of Complex PTSD are listed, with more than seven possibly indicating a need for attention.
Symptoms include a pervasive feeling of unsafety and hypervigilance, with an expectation of sudden catastrophe.
Individuals with Complex PTSD often experience chronic tension, difficulty with touch, and digestive issues linked to anxiety.
Sleep disturbances are common, with early awakenings and a heightened state of alarm.
Deep-seated negative self-image and disturbed sexuality are prevalent among those with Complex PTSD.
There is a tendency to be attracted to unavailable partners and to feel repulsed by those seeking closeness.
Outbursts of temper and paranoia are common, often stemming from intense worry and a sense of impending doom.
The preference for solitude and the perception of others as dangerous are key characteristics of Complex PTSD.
Suicidal ideation is not overt, but a longing to cease existence is sometimes present due to exhaustion and unpleasantness of life.
Rigidity in routines and an aversion to change are mechanisms to prevent chaos in the lives of those with Complex PTSD.
Work becomes a means to seek safety, but external achievements do not alleviate the internal sense of danger and self-disgust.
The cure for Complex PTSD involves recognizing and digesting past traumas in a supportive environment.
Identifying a therapist or counselor trained in trauma is crucial for addressing Complex PTSD.
The root cause and cure for Complex PTSD is linked to an absence and relearning of self-love.
The School of Life offers online psychotherapy with highly trained therapists as a source of support for those struggling with Complex PTSD.
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