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April is #SexualAssaultAwarenessandPreventionMonth. It’s important to stand with survivors of SA and to recognize ways we can prevent this. This includes things like being aware of the bystander affect. When we know the signs of trauma we may become more active in preventing trauma and protecting members of our community from it. Fight and flight are not the only symptoms related to PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Other trauma reactions include Fawn and Freeze. There are over 20 symptoms of PTSD and if your don’t display the most common ones a diagnosis may be overlooked. 4 main categories of PTSD are: 1. Intrusion symptoms 2. Avoidance behaviors 3. Changes in Cognition and Mood 4. Physical Reactivity *This reel DOES NOT characterize all PTSD symptoms and every individual is unique with unique experiences* Disclaimer: You may want to consider diagnosis and treatment of symptoms with a licensed medical professional. This page is not medical advice. #PTSD #trauma #MentalHealth #childhoodtrauma
