Discover effective PTSD treatment strategies to stop nightmares, improve sleep, and manage trauma with insights from 'The Body Keeps the Score'.
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Nightmares are a common symptom of PTSD and can impact sleep, mood, energy, and contribute to more PTSD symptoms. Today I'm speaking with Dr. Joanne Davis, Clinical Psychologist on how to treat nightmares in adults with or without PTSD. You can find her nightmare training for clinicians here: cbtnightmares.org
And her book on nightmare treatment here: https://a.co/d/9FLv4C9
Nightmares serve as a mechanism for processing trauma.
Avoidance is a key factor in the persistence of nightmares.
Exposure therapy can help individuals face their fears.
Improving sleep hygiene is essential for better mental health.
Rescripting nightmares can empower individuals to regain control.
Imagery rehearsal therapy is an effective treatment for nightmares.
Humor can be a therapeutic tool in addressing fears.
Connection with others is vital in trauma recovery.
Night terrors occur in different sleep stages and require specific treatments.
Effective treatment of nightmares can significantly reduce PTSD symptoms.
They discuss the nature of nightmares, particularly in the context of PTSD, and explore how the brain processes traumatic experiences during sleep. The conversation delves into the cycle of avoidance that often exacerbates nightmares, the importance of exposure therapy, and practical techniques for improving sleep hygiene. They also cover the five themes commonly found in nightmares and how rescripting these narratives can empower individuals. The discussion concludes with insights on the treatment of night terrors and the overall impact of sleep on mental health.
nightmares, PTSD, trauma, sleep therapy, exposure therapy, rescripting nightmares, sleep hygiene, mental health, imagery rehearsal, avoidance
00:00 Intro
01:10 What's Our Brain Doing When It's Dreaming?
04:53 What Happens When We Wake Up?
07:54 Different Techniques For Treatment
09:34 Relaxation Strategies
13:05 Examples Of How Clients Rewrote Their Story
21:09 What Else Is Involved With The Treatment?
25:29 The Five Themes
Check out the transcript below:
https://therapyinanutshell.com/how-to-stop-nightmares-in-adults/
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Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.
In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction.
And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe
If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 988 or your local emergency services.
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Join Therapy in a Nutshell’s membership: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership
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Nightmares are a common symptom of PTSD and can impact sleep, mood, energy, and contribute to more PTSD symptoms. Today I'm speaking with Dr. Joanne Davis, Clinical Psychologist on how to treat nightmares in adults with or without PTSD. You can find her nightmare training for clinicians here: cbtnightmares.org
And her book on nightmare treatment here: https://a.co/d/9FLv4C9
Nightmares serve as a mechanism for processing trauma.
Avoidance is a key factor in the persistence of nightmares.
Exposure therapy can help individuals face their fears.
Improving sleep hygiene is essential for better mental health.
Rescripting nightmares can empower individuals to regain control.
Imagery rehearsal therapy is an effective treatment for nightmares.
Humor can be a therapeutic tool in addressing fears.
Connection with others is vital in trauma recovery.
Night terrors occur in different sleep stages and require specific treatments.
Effective treatment of nightmares can significantly reduce PTSD symptoms.
They discuss the nature of nightmares, particularly in the context of PTSD, and explore how the brain processes traumatic experiences during sleep. The conversation delves into the cycle of avoidance that often exacerbates nightmares, the importance of exposure therapy, and practical techniques for improving sleep hygiene. They also cover the five themes commonly found in nightmares and how rescripting these narratives can empower individuals. The discussion concludes with insights on the treatment of night terrors and the overall impact of sleep on mental health.
nightmares, PTSD, trauma, sleep therapy, exposure therapy, rescripting nightmares, sleep hygiene, mental health, imagery rehearsal, avoidance
00:00 Intro
01:10 What's Our Brain Doing When It's Dreaming?
04:53 What Happens When We Wake Up?
07:54 Different Techniques For Treatment
09:34 Relaxation Strategies
13:05 Examples Of How Clients Rewrote Their Story
21:09 What Else Is Involved With The Treatment?
25:29 The Five Themes
Check out the transcript below:
https://therapyinanutshell.com/how-to-stop-nightmares-in-adults/
Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell
FREE Mental Health Resources: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources
Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/
Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.
In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction.
And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe
If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 988 or your local emergency services.
Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC