Q & A – What are what are emotional flashbacks?

Emotional flashbacks are a type of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom in which a person experiences intense emotions from a traumatic event as if it were happening in the present. These emotions can be overwhelming and can cause physical reactions such as sweating, trembling, and difficulty breathing. People may also experience intrusive thoughts, images, and memories related to the traumatic event.

What treatments are available for emotional flashbacks?

1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is a type of psychotherapy that helps people identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that are contributing to their emotional flashbacks.

2. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): EMDR is a type of psychotherapy that uses eye movements to help people process traumatic memories and reduce the intensity of their emotional flashbacks.

3. Medication: Certain medications, such as antidepressants.

 

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Author: Linda Turner

Coaching and Therapy Currently studying Psychotherapy , Cognitive psychology, Hypnotherapy. Qualified NLP, EMDR and CBT therapist. REIKI Master. I believe in truth, honesty and integrity! ≧◔◡◔≦

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