[Mariner]

And the docs are still prescribing benzodiazapines and prozac. And the vets are still drinking whiskey.

To control the symptoms.

For symptomatic relief in a crunch they are far better off smoking pot.

And yes, they need to stick with the program.

Rule #1 is avoid alcohol.
Rule #2 is avoid benzodiazapines.

BOTH of those make it worse as soon as they wear off...and keep making it worse with each additional application.

I’ve read good things about the eye movement therapy. My personal experience says the CBT is worthless. Though I did find the groups invaluable, like Seeking Safety.

But if somebody is drinking, nothing...nothing works.

[Nifster]

True words all around

I found great relief from emergency and have recommended it to folks....be sure the practioners knows how to handle what they describe as complex PTSD cases otherwise they can screw the patient by going to fast

Agreed that booze and benes are bad news....doesn’t have a good outcome at all

Last comment is definitely true