TRAUMA AND DRUG OR ALCOHOL ABUSE OFTEN GO HAND IN HAND

People experience trauma differently it is not up to us to judge what creates a trauma: it is defined by the person who experienced it.

Coping with unresolved trauma can drive a person to drink, use drugs, or develop destructive behaviours. Addressing the trauma in treatment can lower your chances of relapse, heal you more fully, and contribute to a stronger recovery.

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF IT’S A PROBLEM?

When trauma is not properly processed, it can develop into Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

The following are symptoms:

  • Inability to concentrate
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Withdrawal from situations to avoid “triggers” of the traumatic experience
  • Intense, prolonged distress when faced with a trigger
  • Flashbacks or nightmares
  • Destructive behaviour
  • Emotional volatility
  • Paranoia

If this sounds like you, and if you are struggling in other areas of your life, it is essential that your trauma and your other concerns are addressed together in a program of treatment for childhood trauma, to give you the best chance at the life you deserve.

WHAT TREATMENT IS AVAILABLE?

The Edge is one of the world’s few centres that specialise in the treatment of childhood trauma alongside substance abuse.

Not only do we offer individual and group counselling in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), We also have specialists in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), a practice which helps to re-process memories in a healthy way. It uses eye movements to change thought patterns and can improve the symptoms of PTSD in as few as eight sessions. There is also plenty of time dedicated to physical activity, including sports training and wilderness adventures, to help you process excess energy and minimise your anxiety.

The Western-accredited staff at The Edge are ready to help you work through your past and your present struggles.

GIVE YOURSELF THE BEST CHANCE OF A ROBUST, STABLE RECOVERY.

The Edge are ready to help you work through your past and your present struggles. Call us today on +66 20 385 469 for a confidential consultation about our childhood trauma treatment programmes.

MORE ABOUT The Mental Health ISSUES

Trauma and PTS Issues Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE?
A mental health issue refers to a condition that affects a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It involves disturbances in thoughts, feelings, behaviour, or a combination of these aspects, leading to difficulties in functioning and experiencing a diminished quality of life. Mental health issues encompass a broad range of conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and many others. These conditions can vary in severity and may require professional diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support. It is important to prioritize mental health and seek help when needed.
WHAT IS TRAUMA?
Trauma is psychological damage caused by a distressing event—or events—in a person’s past. It is usually something that made a person feel destablilised, out of control, and that their life or wellbeing was threatened.
WHAT IS CAUSE OF TRAUMA?
Trauma can be caused by various distressing events, such as experiencing or witnessing violence, accidents, natural disasters, war, abuse, or the loss of a loved one. Additionally, childhood trauma, such as neglect, emotional or physical abuse, can have lasting effects. Each individual’s experience of trauma is unique, and the impact can vary depending on factors like resilience, support systems, and coping mechanisms.

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