Medical articles of Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

17/11/2025
Dr Chaudhry Rehman
Psychiatrist
PTSD myths vs facts: A psychiatrist’s guide
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is widely discussed yet often misunderstood. Many people are unsure what PTSD symptoms truly look like, how the condition develops, or what effective treatment involves.
01/05/2025
Written by Top Doctors
Trauma and ADHD: Understanding their similarity, diagnostic challenges, and evidence-based therapeutic strategies
Although Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and psychological trauma have different causes, they can share similar symptoms, which can lead to confusion, delayed diagnosis, or incorrect treatment. In this article, a psychologist explains how the symptoms of trauma and ADHD can closely resemble one another, why this can complicate diagnosis, and the most effective, evidence-based strategies for managing both conditions.
24/04/2025
Dr Ravi Mehrotra
Psychiatrist
What’s the gold-standard psychiatric treatment for PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to traumatic events such as accidents, violence, military combat, or abuse. Currently, the gold-standard psychiatric treatment for PTSD is trauma-focused psychological therapy. This approach focuses directly on the traumatic experiences and how they are processed in the mind and body. In private practice, patients often benefit from faster access to these treatments and the ability to work with specialists in trauma care.
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26/02/2025
Ms Jessica Valentine
Consultant Psychologist
What is trauma-informed therapy, and how does it work?
Trauma-informed therapy is an approach to psychological treatment that acknowledges and understands the impact of trauma on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. It focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals can process past experiences without re-traumatisation.
07/02/2025
Dr Heather Sequeira
Consultant Psychologist | International Expert in OCD and Trauma
The connection between trauma and OCD: Understanding the impact of past experiences on obsessive-compulsive disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterised by persistent intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours (compulsions). While the exact cause of OCD remains unclear, research suggests that past trauma may play a role in its development and severity. Understanding this connection can help individuals seek appropriate treatment and support.
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01/11/2024
Dr Azmath Khan
Psychiatrist
PTSD: Recognising the signs and finding help
Experiencing a traumatic event can leave lasting emotional effects, and for some, these effects develop into post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). While it’s natural to feel unsettled after trauma, PTSD can bring intense and ongoing symptoms that interfere with daily life. We speak to leading consultant psychiatrist Dr Azmath Khan, who explains causes and treatment for PTSD.
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08/10/2024
Dr Raisa Kumaga
Psychologist
Understanding and treating PTSD: How EMDR therapy can help recovery
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop following the experience or observation of a traumatic event. In some cases, it can significantly impact a person’s quality of life, making it important to seek treatment, such as with eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Here, Dr Raisa Kumaga, leading counselling psychologist, provides a comprehensive understanding of EMDR therapy, how it works for PTSD, and its effectiveness.
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06/06/2024
Dr Madeleine Kerr
Psychiatrist
An analysis of complex PTSD
Distinguished consultant psychiatrist Dr Madeline Kerr analyses complex PTSD, including its triggers, how it can be treated and explains how it differs from traditional PTSD.
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29/05/2024
Dr Daniela Rossi
Clinical Psychologist
FAQs about anxiety
Leading psychologist Dr Daniela Rossi answers some of the most commonly-asked questions about anxiety, in this highly informative article.
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15/01/2024
Dr Pravir Sharma
Consultant Psychiatrist
The symptoms and diagnosis of PTSD
PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing a traumatic event, requiring comprehensive treatment and support to navigate it. Here, Dr Pravir Sharma, renowned consultant psychiatrist, offers his expert insight into the causes, symptoms and the treatment available for people living with PTSD.
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