- Explore physical, affective and cognitive evidence-based practices for PTSD
Physical
- Medications
- Use of benzodiazepines following trauma was not beneficial, and may increase the risk of developing PTSD
- Use of the beta-blocker propranolol have been conflicting but one RCT did show a significant decrease in the severity of PTSD symptoms and lower likelihood of developing subsequent PTSD
- SSRIs may be helpful for addressing anxiety and depressive symptoms related to PTSD