8 Hidden Signs of cPTSD

Masterclass in Trauma Informed Care

What is cPTSD

8 Hidden Signs 1

8 Hidden Signs 2

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Summary

Intro

Lapses in judgment, concentration, and problem-solving

Self-hatred and suicidal ideation

Flashbacks of trauma

Physical reactions to trauma

Dissociation

Amnesia

To Understand Complex Ptsd

Trauma

Complex Ptsd and Conventional Ptsd

Most Common Causes of Complex Ptsd

What Is Having Ptsd or Cptsd

Traditional Ptsd Symptoms

Childhood Experiences

Difference between Ptsd and Complex Ptsd

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Complex Ptsd

Icd-11 Complex Ptsd

Fourth Criteria

Emdr

Biofeedback and Neurofeedback

Healing from Trauma

Meditation

Post-Traumatic Growth

Complex PTSD (cPTSD) in the ICD-11

Diagnostic Criteria 6B41 -1

Diagnostic Criteria 6B41 -2

Diagnostic Criteria 6B41 -3

Diagnostic Criteria 6B41 -4

Diagnostic Criteria 6B41 -5

Diagnostic Criteria 6B41 -6

cPTSD or PD? 1

cPTSD or PD? 2

Note

Intro

What is Complex PTSD? PTSD vs CPTSD

What causes Complex PTSD

Symptoms of Complex PTSD

Coping strategies for Complex PTSD

Maladaptive coping strategies

Treatment for Complex PTSD

Avoidance: Should I expose myself to trauma?

Complex Ptsd

Overview of What Ptsd Is

The Dsm

Basics

Ptsd versus Complex Ptsd

Psychoeducation

Is There Research Available on this Topic

How Does Emotional Neglect in Childhood Factor into Developing Cptsd

Coping

Final Thoughts

Complex PTSD vs PTSD

Altered Threat Response System and Emotional Dysregulation

Overlapping symptoms of PTSD, CPTSD, and BPD

The Implications for Trauma Survivors

Symptoms of Trauma

Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Sleep

Symptoms of CPTSD

Understanding the Effects of Trauma

The Impact of Trauma on Relationships

Intro

This week's guest

The difference between PTSD and Complex PTSD

Coping during the midst of abuse & how traumatic responses impacted her life

Prioritizing her mental health & healing from CPTSD

Writing a NYT-bestselling memoir of her CPTSD

Finding the right therapist & treatment for CPTSD

Building a support system

The impact of generational and immigrant trauma on Stephanie's upbringing

Making progress in her healing journey

Stephanie's advice for anyone battling CPTSD

Outro

Introduction

Elizabeth’s story

Trauma in the broader family system

A “normal” story

Loneliness, and the parts of us we leave behind

Repressed emotions

Adverse childhood experiences

Stepping out of adverse environments

Trauma work as grief work

Symptoms of Complex PTSD

How do you need to be comforted?

Creating the sense of safety

Somatic interventions

Being witnessed

Claiming your needs

Facing the dreaded experience

Accuracy vs. sensitivity

Hidden parts

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Recap

What is PTSD?

What is Complex PTSD?

Leading symptoms of complex PTSD

Can never relax

Insomnia

We have developed an appalling self-image

We find other people so dangerous and worrying that being alone has huge attractions

We can't afford to show much spontaneity

What is the cure for PTSD?

The School of Life offers online psychotherapy

Introduction and disclaimer

Stephanie’s experience in sharing her story

Features of CPTSD

What led Stephanie to seek help, and work as a coping mechanism

“The Dread” and healing through relationship

The effects of receiving diagnosis, and aspects of CPTSD that are helpful

Practices that helped Stephanie and incorporating them practically

Balancing showing up for other people and receiving care

Self-love, gratitude, psychedelics, and relationships

Two way repair and comfort receiving feedback

The need for reform to our mental healthcare system and who it serves

Societal trauma among first generation immigrants

More natural and communal frameworks for healing

Parenthood

Resources available on Stephanie’s website

Recap

Symptoms of Ptsd

Mnemonic

Withdrawal and Isolation

Flexible Thinking

Hyper Vigilance

Work with Them Listen to Them

Feel Safer

Numbing

Physical Symptoms

Encourage Them To To Identify What Their Rich and Meaningful Life Looks like

Intro

History I: ICD-10 vs ICD-11

History II: ICD-10 Enduring personality change after catastrophic experiences

Practioneers survey: Most absent diagnoses

History III: Previous concepts of Complex PTSD or „Complex trauma“

“Sibling disorders” in ICD-11 (PTSD & CPTSD)

Unique CPTSD symptom cluster: Disturbances in self organization

Trauma criterion for Complex PTSD

Differential diagnosis

First epidemiological data in representative population samples

First treatment recommendations