Greetings, iam Mary Keenan, I bid you good day, sir/ma’am.
Oh man, the Fourth of July is here again and it’s gonna be a tough one for our soldiers with PTSD. Fireworks can be a real trigger for them, so let’s all take a moment to remember those who have served and are still struggling with the aftermath of war. We owe it to them to show some respect and understanding this holiday season. Let’s make sure we’re being mindful of their needs and not adding any extra stress or anxiety into their lives.
Do Soldiers Get Ptsd From Fireworks? [Solved]
“Fireworks may be pretty to look at, but they can be a real nightmare for Veterans with PTSD,” Annie Tang, a psychologist at Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital, warned. “The loud noises, strong smells and shockwaves can be really triggering.”
Soldiers: Military personnel who have served in combat often experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) due to the traumatic events they have experienced. Symptoms of PTSD can include flashbacks, nightmares, difficulty sleeping, and emotional numbness.
PTSD: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing a traumatic event such as war or a natural disaster. Symptoms of PTSD can include intrusive thoughts, avoidance of reminders of the trauma, hyperarousal, and difficulty concentrating.
Fireworks: Fireworks are often used to celebrate holidays or special occasions but for those with PTSD they can be extremely triggering due to their loud noises and bright flashes which may remind them of combat experiences or other traumatic events they have experienced in the past.
Coping Strategies: There are various coping strategies that individuals with PTSD can use to help manage their symptoms such as mindfulness meditation, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and exposure therapy which helps individuals confront their fears in a safe environment so that they can learn how to cope with them more effectively over time.
Soldiers who suffer from PTSD can find fireworks to be a real trigger. It’s like a flashback to the battlefield for them, so it’s important to be mindful of that when setting off fireworks. Yikes! Even though it’s fun for most of us, it can be really tough on those who have served in combat. Let’s show our appreciation by being respectful and keeping the noise down.
