Watching a person you care about battle addiction is one of the most tragic situations anyone could ever be in. The individual may have been thriving at one time, reaching goals and personal milestones, and appearing to win at life in every way. However, addiction can strike anyone at any time and when substance abuse begins to rear its ugly head, the effects can seem to snowball out of control with no signs of stopping.
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Trauma affects a person's mind and body, sometimes for years after the traumatic event. Fortunately, there is hope for trauma survivors. Psychological trauma treatment can help people regain their autonomy and restore their mental health after traumatic events. Young trauma patients may need special types of counseling that are sensitive to their needs. Here are four things that counselors can do for teens enrolled in trauma treatment programs:
1. Validate teens' emotions.
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If you are like most people, you probably have a yearly physical scheduled with your primary care physician to discuss your physical health—which is the key to finding any health conditions that need to be addressed. It can also be a good idea to schedule a regular mental health visit even if you are not experiencing any symptoms of mental illness. An annual checkup at a mental health clinic can help you understand symptoms to look for and discuss any issues you are struggling with to keep your emotional and mental health intact.
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If you are looking for counseling for a substance abuse problem, then motivational interviewing is an option to consider. How does this therapy work and how will it help you get back on track?
What Is Motivational Interviewing?
Motivational interviewing is a type of talk therapy. When your treatment starts, your therapist will talk to you generally to get to know you and to establish a relationship. You will then start to discuss your problem in more specific terms.
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According to the Veteran's Administration, as many as 20% of the veterans who served during post-9/11 wars in Iraq or Afghanistan have post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Those who experienced combat on an ongoing basis throughout their deployment are most susceptible to the affects of PTSD, which includes aggression, depression, detachment, disinterest, nightmares, insomnia, and social dysfunction. Due to these types of symptoms, many with PTSD abuse substances to attempt to self-medicate.
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