Famous People
Grammy-Award winning musical artist, known for her wide vocal range. She appeared on Nickelodeon shows in her early years and has sung hit songs like 7 Rings and Thank U, Next.
Ariana Grande
Anybody can get PTSD but people in their early 20s and women are more prone to it.
Fact
Name one way to treat PTSD.
cognitive processing therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, group therapy, serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI)
True or False: People with PTSD are 3-5 times more likely to develop depression.
True
This actor was on the Disney Channel show Even Stevens and is also the man in the "Just Do It" meme.
Shia Lebeouf
People who have PTSD are dangerous.
Myth
Name one suggestion that can be used to lessen the severity or prolong the age of onset of PTSD.
1. connect with other people for emotional support
2. avoid recreational drugs and alcohol
3. practice mindfulness
True or False: PTSD is purely psychological.
False - PTSD can cause stress and anxiety which, if prolonged, can cause tremendous physical strain.
The lead singer and co-founder of Rolling Stones. He also has a song named after him by Maroon 5 called "Moves Like ______".
Mick Jagger
There are no ways currently to treat PTSD.
Myth
Name two ways you can help someone struggling with PTSD.
don't pressure them into talking, do normal things with them, be patient, educate yourself, be a good listener, rebuild trust, manage triggers
True or False: 49% of rape victims will develop PTSD.
True