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How do you comfort someone with a PTSD flashback?

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How do you comfort someone with a PTSD flashback?

Tips on helping someone who is experiencing a flashback

  1. try to stay calm.
  2. gently tell them that they are having a flashback.
  3. avoid making any sudden movements.
  4. encourage them to breathe slowly and deeply.
  5. encourage them to describe their surroundings.

What do you do when someone is having a PTSD episode?

Help remind them of their surroundings (for example, ask them to look around the room and describe out loud what they see). Encourage them to take deep, slow breaths (hyperventilating will increase feelings of panic). Avoid sudden movements or anything that might startle them. Ask before you touch them.

What should you not do during a flashback?

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What to Do:

  1. DO NOT TOUCH someone (even a loved one) in an active flashback.
  2. Do not ask them to talk about the flashback details.
  3. Orient to present time and surroundings.
  4. Use a warm, but firm voice to give instructions.
  5. Repeat grounding or safety phrases as much as needed.

How do you calm a trigger after PTSD?

Coping With Triggers

  1. Deep breathing.
  2. Expressive writing.
  3. Grounding.
  4. Mindfulness.
  5. Relaxation.
  6. Self-soothing.
  7. Social support.

How long does a PTSD flashback last?

Flashbacks can last for just a few seconds, or continue for several hours or even days. You can read some tips on how to cope with flashbacks on our page on self-care for PTSD.

How do you snap someone out of PTSD?

How to Help Someone with PTSD

  1. Learn the symptoms. In order to know how to help someone with PTSD, it’s important to be able to recognize the symptoms.
  2. Listen.
  3. Offer social support.
  4. Create a sense of safety.
  5. Anticipate triggers.
  6. Have a plan in place.
  7. Remain calm during emotional outbursts.
  8. Encourage professional treatment.
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How do you comfort someone who is traumatized?

Suggestions for supporting a friend or family member include:

  1. Make time to be with the person and make it obvious that you are available.
  2. Don’t take their feelings to heart.
  3. You can help by reassuring the person that their reactions are normal.
  4. Offer practical support.