1. Finding A Safe Space: Domestic Violence & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Andrea Schmidt, LMSW October 22, 2008

13. Understanding the difference between Simple and Complex PTSD Combat Stress Acute Stress Disorder Acute PTSD PTSD Chronic PTSD TRAUMA 2 Days 2 weeks-1 Month 2 Months Acute Stress Disorder- symptoms develop after a few days or weeks after traumatic event Acute PTSD- Symptoms have been present for less than 3 months PTSD - symptoms persist for a period of time or occurs at least 6 months after event occurred ( delayed onset) Chronic PTSD- Symptoms have lasted longer than 6 months 6-7 Months

14. What is Domestic Violence? A pattern of behavior where one partner coerces, dominates, or isolates the other partner. It is the exertion of any form of power that is used to maintain control in a relationship.

15. The Cycle of Violence Honeymoon Tension- Building Violence

40. Stages Leading to Burnout STAGE 1- Early Warning Signs Vague anxiety Fatigue Feelings of depression Apathy Moderate social isolation STAGE 2- Mild Burnout Lowered emotional control Increased anxiety Sleep disturbance Headaches Diffuse physical symptoms irritability STAGE 3- Moderate Burnout Skin rashes Generalized physical weakness Strong feelings of depression Increased blood pressure Emotional outbursts Development of irrational fears Difficulty with relationships Stage 4- Serious Burnout Serious medical conditions Severe withdrawal Accident proneness Severe depression Suicidal thoughts/actions Serious psychiatric disorders

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