PTSD
Alberta Health Services (AHS) offers comprehensive resources for PTSD, including 24/7 support through the Mental Health Help Line (1-877-303-2642) and Health Link (811) Services include, but are not limited to, specialized trauma services, crisis counseling, and educational workshops. Immediate support is also available via 988 (Suicide Crisis Helpline) or by connecting with community-based mental health teams.
Understanding
About PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, characterized by intrusive memories (flashbacks, nightmares), avoidance of reminders, negative mood/thinking changes (guilt, numbness, loss of interest), and hyperarousal (irritability, jumpiness, trouble sleeping) and significantly impacts daily life
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