Nov 22, 2018
I'm not kidding when I use the term X = the unknown treatment
options and resources. On this road, there are new formed paths
being created to deal with the problems that having PTSD or
anxiety.
This path is the one of using the body and the elements to help
heal.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention
Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or
text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From the website, Surfer Today comes a story about how surfing is
helping vets and others with using surfing as a means of treatment for
PTSD.
For those of you on Netflix, there is a documentary about surfing and healing called Resurface, it is about 27
minutes and gives you the basic idea of how this works. For those
of you on YouTube there is a trailer that will give you a
taste of the documentary.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has a dedicated page about
military PTSD
Psych Central's article about treating PTSD with surf
therapy.
The Warrior Surf Foundation has surf
classes, coaching, adaptive classes and other activities for
healing. Another resources is the The Jimmy Miller Foundation for Ocean
Therapy.
Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and
do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with
questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health
disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational
purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a
substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical
advice, diagnosis, or treatment.