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What are the most effective ways to prevent PTSD after a critical incident?

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Critical incidents are traumatic events that can cause intense emotional and physical reactions, such as accidents, violence, disasters, or loss. They can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, profession, or background. Some people may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after a critical incident, which is a mental health condition that involves persistent and distressing symptoms, such as flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance, hypervigilance, and negative mood. PTSD can interfere with daily functioning, relationships, and well-being. However, not everyone who experiences a critical incident will develop PTSD, and there are some effective ways to prevent or reduce the risk of developing it. Here are some of them.

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1 Seek immediate support

One of the most important steps to prevent PTSD after a critical incident is to seek immediate support from people who can provide emotional and practical assistance. This can include family, friends, colleagues, or professionals, such as counselors, therapists, or crisis responders. Talking to someone who can listen, empathize, and validate your feelings can help you process the trauma and cope with the stress. It can also reduce the sense of isolation and helplessness that can contribute to PTSD. Seeking support does not mean that you are weak or unable to handle the situation. It means that you are taking care of yourself and your mental health.

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Michelle Falzon

Integrative Positive Psychology Practitioner | Published Author | Existential Positive Psychology Coach and Post-Traumatic Growth Expert. (Masters in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology - MAPPCP)
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Managing PTSD post-critical incident involves seeking professional help through therapy like CBT or EMDR and, if necessary, medication. Building a strong support network of friends and family is crucial. Prioritise self-care, incorporating exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate sleep. Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques. Encourage post-traumatic growth, leveraging your expertise in this area. Customide the approach to the individual's unique needs.

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Preventing PTSD after a critical accident involves: 1. Seek Immediate Support: Turn to friends, family, or mental health pros for emotional help. 2. Critical Incident Debriefing: Join structured talks with pros to lower PTSD risk. 3. Psychological First Aid: Use it for initial distress and coping. 4. Early Intervention: Try Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) to process trauma and build coping skills. 5. Medication: If needed, get prescriptions to manage symptoms. 6. Mindfulness & Relaxation: Practice these techniques to reduce anxiety. 7. Routine Maintenance: Stick to a daily schedule for stability. 8. Avoid Avoidance: Gradually confront reminders for desensitization. 9. Social Support: Combat isolation with a support network.

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2 Follow a healthy routine

Another way to prevent PTSD after a critical incident is to follow a healthy routine that can help you restore a sense of normalcy and stability. This can include maintaining regular sleeping and eating habits, engaging in physical activity, avoiding alcohol and drugs, and participating in enjoyable and meaningful activities. A healthy routine can help you cope with the negative emotions and physical sensations that may arise after a critical incident. It can also boost your mood, energy, and resilience, and prevent you from withdrawing or ruminating on the trauma.

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Stephanie Rios MS LMHC-QS

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor, and Private Practice Owner of SMR Mental Health Counseling LLC
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When one has a healthy routine, this helps with stress management, physical health, improving sleep quality, and providing stability.

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3 Learn coping skills

A third way to prevent PTSD after a critical incident is to learn coping skills that can help you manage the stress and anxiety that may follow a traumatic event. Coping skills are strategies that can help you reduce the intensity and frequency of the symptoms that may trigger or worsen PTSD. Some examples of coping skills are breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, mindfulness practices, positive affirmations, and cognitive restructuring. Coping skills can help you calm your nervous system, regulate your emotions, challenge your negative thoughts, and enhance your self-efficacy and confidence.

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Jasminka Mu?ini?

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It is important to understand that coping skills can be focused on problem and focused on the way we process the emotional (body, biochemistry) consequences of an incident. In dealing with strong symptoms and intense reactions, it is criticaly important to learn to self-regulate. One can learn to calm the nervous system, regulate emotions and transform 'negative' emotions and thoughts by practicing. The practice of self-regulative activities doesn't need to be long or arduous, i.e. the practice of mindful breathing once a day for five minutes results after only two months of practice with more confidence and easier handling of emotional upsets and lowering inner tensions.

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4 Seek professional help

A fourth way to prevent PTSD after a critical incident is to seek professional help if you notice that your symptoms are persistent, severe, or interfering with your daily functioning. Professional help can include psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Psychotherapy can help you explore the causes and effects of the trauma, process the emotions and memories associated with it, and develop new ways of coping and relating to yourself and others. Medication can help you reduce the symptoms that may impair your ability to function or benefit from psychotherapy. Seeking professional help does not mean that you have failed or that you are beyond recovery. It means that you are seeking the best possible treatment for your condition and that you are taking steps to heal and recover.

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Stephanie Rios MS LMHC-QS

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor, and Private Practice Owner of SMR Mental Health Counseling LLC
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Its strongly encouraged for those who are struggling with PTSD especially after a critical incident to see a professional such as a licensed counselor or psychiatrist if needed. There are many helpful therapeutic approaches to address PTSD such as EMDR, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.

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5 Be compassionate with yourself

A fifth and final way to prevent PTSD after a critical incident is to be compassionate with yourself and acknowledge that you have been through a difficult and challenging experience. Be gentle and kind with yourself and avoid self-criticism, blame, or guilt. Recognize that your reactions are normal and understandable, and that they do not define you or your worth. Give yourself time and space to heal and recover at your own pace, and celebrate your progress and achievements. Be compassionate with yourself and remember that you are not alone, and that you can overcome this.

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Jasminka Mu?ini?

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There is time for everything - time to be sad, guilty or angry. The psychologist have mapped the emotional journey one has to go through to deal with trauma or big stressful events. Learn about phases of grieving, understand that most of reactions you have are normal reactions to 'notreallynormal' circumstances. Recognise also that being able to feel the strong emotions is one of our essential strengths in recovery.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Stephanie Rios MS LMHC-QS

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor, and Private Practice Owner of SMR Mental Health Counseling LLC
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When it comes to PTSD and a critical incident, one should look at participating in a structured critical incident stress debriefing session with a mental health professsional. At times, employers and companies do offer such services through an Employee Assistance Program as a benefit.

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