Women and PTSD: Using a trauma-informed approach to heal
A recent CDC study reveals a sharp rise in sexual violence and attempted suicide rates among teen girls. EMDR can help.
Article Description
“Key points
- Untreated trauma can lead to PTSD, which females experience at nearly twice the rate as males.
- A recent CDC study reveals a sharp rise in sexual violence and attempted suicide rates among teen girls.
- While EMDR is not a one-size-fits-all treatment, it can help in treating a variety of traumatic experiences.”
—Description from publisher
Article Access
Open Access
Wu, J. (2023). Women and PTSD: Using a trauma-informed approach to heal. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/from-addiction-to-recovery/202304/women-and-ptsd-using-a-trauma-informed-approach-to-heal
Date
April 7, 2023
Creator(s)
Jana Wu
Topics
Self-Harm/Suicidality, Sexual Trauma
Publisher
Psychology Today
APA Citation
Wu, J. (2023). Women and PTSD: Using a trauma-informed approach to heal. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/from-addiction-to-recovery/202304/women-and-ptsd-using-a-trauma-informed-approach-to-heal
Audience
EMDR Therapists, General/Public, Other Mental Health Professionals
Language
English
Content Type
Article
Access Type
External Resource, Open Access