Treatment for PTSD

Psychotherapy Psychotherapy, also known as "talk therapy," is more than talking about problems, it's about finding solutions. A good therapist will help individual's develop skills for coping with overwhelming feelings and symptoms, and help change behavior patterns that may be contributing to symptoms. More

Specialized PTSD Treatment Programs in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Antidepressant medication can be beneficial in the treatment of PTSD, and antianxiety medications can help reduce anxiety symptoms and improve sleep. Individual body chemistries are unique. One antidepressant medication does not fit all. One class of antidepressant may be more effective over another. Therefore, an individual may need to test a couple of different medications before finding the one that works best. While antianxiety medications can help reduce anxiety symptoms and improve sleep, be aware that benzodiazepines (a category of antianxiety medication) can lead to dependence problems, so it is important to work closely with your provider to make sure that a medication and dosage is right for you.