WHAT ARE FLASHBACKS IN POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)?

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences a traumatic event. Among the various symptoms associated with PTSD, flashbacks play a significant role in shaping the individual’s experience and well-being. This article delves into the phenomenon of flashbacks in PTSD, exploring their nature, impact, and potential interventions. […]

CAN SLEEP DISTURBANCE WORSEN THE COURSE OF PTSD?

Research indicates among all the anxiety disorders, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) has the highest comorbidity rate with insomnia (i.e., they occur together). Studies with post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), on the other hand, reveal a different pattern. SLEEP DISTURBANCES AND PTSD Notably, there is growing evidence that sleep difficulties may contribute to the development of […]

DOES FOOD RESTRICTION REALLY ALLEVIATE PTSD SYMPTOMS?

Food restriction, like exercise, triggers a biological program that stimulates the restoration of energy balance following a decrease in the amount of energy stored. This response involves genetic and hormonal components that in turn drive food intake (i.e., hunger). Previous studies linked this biological response to a reduction of anxiety in both humans and rodents. […]