PTSD

PTSD services offered in Lincoln, NE

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can cause anxiety, nightmares, and other unexpected side effects following trauma. If you or your child feels overwhelmed by fear, guilt, or stress after an accident, an act of violence, or other traumatic experience, you can find the high-quality, compassionate care you deserve at a1 Family Psychiatry. In addition to PTSD screenings, Ismatt Niazi, MD, and the team provide custom care plans to help you manage mental and emotional symptoms, so you can live a happier, healthier life. Call the Lincoln, Nebraska, office today to schedule a PTSD screening virtually or in person, or book a consultation online.

PTSD Q & A

What is PTSD?

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a psychiatric condition that can develop in adults and adolescents following a traumatic event.

Common PTSD triggers include:

Auto accidents
Military combat
Physical violence
Sexual abuse
Natural disasters
Loss of a loved one

a1 Family Psychiatry specializes in PTSD diagnosis and treatment in adults and children, including people in the LGBTQI+ community.

Its experienced psychiatric team offers a range of services in the office and through a virtual telemedicine platform to help you manage PTSD symptoms in the long term. They also offer resources to help you feel more confident and better cope with past trauma and difficult circumstances.

What are the symptoms of PTSD?

PTSD symptoms can start soon after witnessing a disturbing event or being directly involved in traumatic circumstances. You may also experience symptoms months or years later.

Symptoms of PTSD vary from person to person and can include:

Shame
Guilt
Flashbacks
Nightmares
Intrusive thoughts
Anxiety or panic attacks
Severe irritability or anger

You might also avoid certain people, places, or situations that remind you of past trauma to avoid triggering flashbacks, anxiety, and other PTSD symptoms.

Schedule a consultation at a1 Family Psychiatry if you have PTSD symptoms that last longer than a month. You should also schedule an evaluation if your symptoms are severe enough to interfere with your job, relationships, or quality of life.

How is PTSD treated?

a1 Family Psychiatry offers custom care plans for PTSD based on the nature of your symptoms and their severity.

Psychotherapy is a primary tool to ease intrusive thoughts, anxiety, anger, and other PTSD symptoms. You may be a candidate for different therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy.

Your therapist guides you through conversations about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, so you can identify negative patterns. They also give you tools you can use to cope with difficult emotions and circumstances.

Antidepressants and anti-anxiety medicines can also reduce symptom severity to increase your sense of well-being. The providers offer medication management services to teach you how to take your medications correctly and to ensure they work well for symptom relief.

Call a1 Family Psychiatry to schedule a PTSD evaluation for you or your child or book a consultation online today.