Trauma-Related Disorder
IN ORANGE COUNTY, CA
A traumatic experience is a psychological injury resulting from extremely stressful or distressing events. These events include physical or emotional abuse, witnessing violence, or a natural disaster. People who experience trauma may feel helpless or shocked and experience physical symptoms like fatigue, sweating, headaches, and a racing heart.
According to the NIH, about 60 to 75% of Americans experience a traumatic event at some point. These experiences can lead to changes in the brain and body that cause trauma disorders. Trauma-related disorders can interfere with a person’s ability to function well. But with treatment, it is possible to heal trauma’s psychological and physical wounds.
Eden by Enhance offers residential trauma treatment programs in Orange County to help those suffering from trauma-related disorders. From counseling and therapy to specialized treatments like EMDR and art therapy, we have everything needed to help patients heal and live fulfilling lives.
WHAT ARE
Trauma Disorders
Trauma disorders are a group of conditions that are characterized by symptoms that occur following a traumatic event.
These conditions can include the following:
- Adjustment disorders
- Secondary trauma
- Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED)
- Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
- Other and unspecified trauma and stressor-related disorders
Each condition has its symptoms. But trauma disorders share one common trait: all reactions to an event that has left the person feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope.
Our specialized inpatient trauma treatment programs are designed to cater to the unique needs of patients struggling with these trauma disorders.
TYPES OF
Trauma Disorder
Trauma is one of the most disturbing experiences that a person can go through. And it often leaves lasting scars in the form of stress-related disorders. Here are some examples of these disorders:
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD is the most common trauma disorder, traumatic stress studies show PTSD affects about 12 million adults in the US annually. The DSM-5 defines PTSD as an anxiety disorder triggered by exposure to serious injury and sexual violation, the threat of death, or actual death. PTSD symptoms appear immediately after an incident or years later.
Symptoms of PTSD may include the following:
- Trouble sleeping
- Trouble concentrating
- Re-experiencing the event through intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, and nightmares
- Avoidance of people, places, things, and situations that serve as reminders of the event
- Feelings of hopelessness, detachment, or numbness
- Irritability, angry outbursts, or aggressive behavior
- Having trouble remembering details of the event
- Being easily startled or frightened
- Overwhelming guilt or shamed
- Always being on guard for danger
- Self-destructive behavior, such as driving too fast or drinking too much
Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)
ASD is a short-term condition that can occur immediately following a traumatic event. It shares many dissociative symptoms with PTSD, but they are less severe and last for a shorter period. Prompt treatment and proper social support can minimize the risk of ASD developing into PTSD.
Secondary Traumatic Stress
Secondary trauma can occur when someone is exposed to the details of another person’s traumatic experiences. This can happen when someone hears about a friend or loved one’s traumatic event or is exposed to media coverage of traumas. Secondary trauma is also called secondary trauma or trauma exposure response. It affects physicians, counselors, first responders, coroners, lawyers, social workers, teachers, and nurses.
Secondhand stress may manifest in a range of symptoms, including:
- Headaches
- Stress eating or loss of appetite
- Hyper-vigilance
- Fear
- Anger
- Guilt
- Negativity/cynicism
- Chronic exhaustion
- Paranoia
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
RAD often occurs in neglected or abused children. Affected children become distant and uninterested in forming meaningful connections with others. They may be clingy and engage in self-destructive or aggressive behaviors.
They also have difficulty managing their emotions and connecting with caregivers. These children may be anxious around or fearful of their caregivers, even in cases where their caregivers are quite loving and caring.
Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED)
DSED is an attachment disorder in children who have been neglected or abused at a young age. It is characterized by impulsivity, recklessness, and a lack of inhibitions. Children with DSED may approach strangers without fear or caution and engage in risky behaviors without considering the consequences. They may also have difficulty forming attachments with caregivers or other people.
Adjustment Disorders
Adjustment disorders are stress-related conditions that can occur in response to a stressful life event or change. These events or changes can be positive or negative, such as getting married, starting a new job, or the death of a loved one. Adjustment disorders are characterized by symptoms that interfere with a person’s ability to function normally.
These symptoms include:
- Feeling sad or hopeless
- Frequent crying
- Withdrawing from social supports
- Trouble sleeping
- Difficulty concentrating
- Worrying or feeling anxious, jittery, nervous, or stressed out
- Loss appetite
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Suicidal behaviors or thoughts
Other or Unspecified Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders
Trauma and stressor-related disorders don’t fit neatly into the other categories. These disorders share some symptoms with other conditions but have unique features that set them apart. Doctors may also diagnose a disorder as other and unspecified trauma and stressor-related disorders. This may happen when the patient doesn’t provide enough information to make a specific diagnosis.
Inpatient Treatments for Trauma Disorders
AT EDEN BY ENHANCE
Treatment for trauma disorders is essential to any mental health care plan. At Eden by Enhance, we offer a range of inpatient mental health care treatments designed to help individuals recover from trauma.
These include:
Outpatient Treatment for Trauma-Related Disorders
Outpatient treatment typically includes individual therapy, group therapy, and/or medication management from a licensed mental health professional. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, you may also benefit from additional services such as case management or crisis intervention. Your outpatient treatment team will work with you to create a personalized plan of care that meets your unique needs.
Inpatient Trauma Treatment
IN ORANGE COUNTY, CA
At Eden by Enhance, we are committed to providing the best inpatient trauma treatment available in Orange County. We also offer outpatient treatment options for individuals dealing with trauma-related disorders.
Those looking for the best trauma treatment center in Orange County should look no further than Eden by Enhance. With our skilled team and cutting-edge therapies, we can help patients overcome trauma and rebuild their lives more potent than ever before. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you heal from the inside out.
