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Presentation: Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can actually grow from this disorder. Post Traumatic Growth (PTG) refers to positive changes in one’s life after experiencing PTSD. This presentation will discuss the paths to PTG. Treatment for PTSD can be frustrating for the client as well as the therapist as the process does take time. By educating clients about growth after Trauma, the therapist can assist the clients with better treatment planning and provide hope and direction to the veteran with PTSD.
Objectives:
- Define Trauma Resistant, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Post Traumatic Growth
- Show how different instances of Trauma in soldiers resulted in growth for that soldier and the resulting good to their life and lives of others
- Identify and explain the THRIVE system to help vets with Post Traumatic Growth
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