Post Traumatic stress disorder is caused from a traumatic event and is a type of anxiety disorder that can greatly affect an individual. We believe that Holden has PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) because of the following reasons and symptoms
Symptoms:
-It is caused by a traumatic experience- Holden’s brother dieing.
-Recurrent distressing memories- always thinking of his brother brother’s death and how he never let him go on that bike ride with him.
-Feeling as though you don’t care about anything- Holden always says he doesn’t care.
-Less expression of moods- Holden only seems to feel 3 emotions, sadness, anger, and emptiness
-Staying away from people places or objects that remind you of the event- Holden always tries to avoid people he knows from the past, maybe this is why.
-Sense of having no future- he doesn’t seem to be going anywhere or even want to.
-Exaggerated response to things that startle you- he always over reacts to everything.
-Excess awareness- he is always concentrating on what other people (his roommates) are doing and on the things going on around him
-Irritability or outbursts of anger- Holden is always getting upset or getting angry with someone. (I.e. his dates, roommates, and other people)
-Sleeping difficulties- goes forever without sleeping, is never tired.
-feeling a sense of guilt- is feeling guilty for not having done things with Allie, exploding on people, after receiving gifts, not calling his sister.
…It is also important to note that people with PTSD can also have depression and/or substance abuse. Many of these symptoms are shared with depression and Holden has a tendency to drink and is constantly smoking. PTSD can also show 6 months after the traumatic event and can last anywhere to a few months to more than 10 years.
Treatment:
Treatment would start out light with routine focus groups and support groups. He will also go to therapy to see if making talking and a little more support will help him improve. Maybe even family therapy. A sleeping aid may also be given. If there is no improvement in a couple months we would look into depression medications and other ways to help Holden
It is very cool how you connected Holden with all of these symptoms. very accurate.
ReplyDeleteI don't think Holden would do well in therapy. He doesn't seem like the kind of person who would want to be helped, even if he realized he was messed up.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Josh. I think he would rebel against therapy.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Ashley. I think that is was interesting how you made all of the connections.
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