Our courageous veterans and first responders are being exposed now more than ever to extremely stressful and traumatic events.
Resources to understand PTSD and the trauma faced by veterans and first responders are important as well as creating access to counselling for trauma recovery.
Dr Michael Dadson states “Symptoms of trauma usually start within three months of a traumatic incident. It has been reported, in rare cases, that symptoms of PTSD may only occur after a number of years. It is not uncommon for symptoms to be present for a short period, then disappear, only to return again.”
The video below, outlines some of the issues associated with trauma and Dr. Michael Dadson’s gratitude for our veterans and first responders.
Doctor Michael Dadson identifies some of the common signs after a traumatic incident.
Also, these problems are common after a trauma and can signal a need for more support:
- Startle easily
- Having intrusive thoughts and memories of an experience that was traumatic or triggered a defense response system (feelings of horror, terror)
- Frequently feeling down more often than not-Depression
- Feelings of nervous, worry, feeling of danger frequently-Anxiety
- Difficulty sleeping, nightmares or insomnia
- Increased isolation-social avoidance of family or friends
- Use of drugs or alcohol to help cope or “feel better”
- Easily angered, aggressive/violent behavior
- Difficulty concentrating, or functioning in day to day life
- Changes in eating patterns-loss of or an increase in apatite
- Difficulty in relationships
- Thoughts of hurting yourself or someone else
RESOURCE and INFORMATION Links
- Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), can provide a list of registered service providers near you. Call 1-866-522-2122 or 1-833-921-0071 .
- Canadian Armed Forces members, contact the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre here.
- Clinical Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from the (From American Psychological Association
- The Mayo Clinic provides a great self assessment questionnaire and fact sheet, to help you understand if you are experiencing any PTSD symptoms. If you feel you are affected by trauma/ PTSD call 778-554-0174 or click here and fill out the form at the bottom of the page. Dr. Dadson cautions “it is important to address trauma as soon as possible in order to avoid increased mental health issues including chronic depression or even suicide”.
- For more counselling videos with Dr Michael Dadson, follow this link to his YouTube channel.
Dr. Michael Dadson reviews the impact of unresolved trauma in the video below.
With more than three decades of experience and years of research at UBC with the Veterans Transition Network, designing, overseeing and administering veterans trauma recovery programs, Dr. Michael Dadson is highly authoritative in the area of veterans trauma, and trauma recovery.
Most significantly, Dr. Mike Dadson was the National Clinical Director of the Veterans Transition Network (VTN), and their National Executive Director from 2014 to 2018. Dr. Michael Dadson was also a Clinical Contractor with the VTN, delivering programs from 2013-2020. During this time, Dr. Dadson’s presented his research and findings to the STANDING COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND NATIONAL SECURITY identifying the need for increased veteran support.
Dr. Dadson has access to the best known resources for supporting PTSD along with specialized virtual counselling.
After working with veterans and first responders for so many years, one of the most significant things Dr. Michael Dadson has learned, is a great sense of gratitude. The dedication shown by veterans and first responders to serve their country, the willing to lay down their lives for their colleagues, and for those they have never met, brings tremendous pride to Doctor Michael Dadson for being a Canadian.
Additional academic work to support veterans and trauma recovery, by Dr Michael Dadson can be found here “Evaluation of a Group Intervention for Veterans Who Experienced Military-Related Trauma” .
Dr. Michael Dadson has been an advocate for veterans and first responders to “Seek Help for Depression or PTSD
Dr. Michael Dadson states:
“It is even more vital that our veterans front line workers physical and mental well being are looked after, to be able to help those in need. We can’t stress enough the importance of taking care of yourself during this time. If you or any of your loved ones are showing any signs of the PTSD or extreme stress, do not hesitate to reach out to our office or your local counsellor specializing in this area. Stress and Post Traumatic Stress exposure during these unusual times is a very real but treatable thing. Let us work together to end the stigma around Mental Health and get our courageous veterans and front line workers the counselling support they need, to protect civilians who are depending on them during this time.”
To contact Dr Michael Dadson at his Gentle Currents clinic in Langley, BC call 778-554-0174, or fill out the contact form at the bottom of this page link.
4 Professional Profile Links for Doctor Michael Dadson
- British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors
- University of British Columbia
- Doctor Michael Dadson’s final Ph.D. defence
- Google Scholar
- Three Best Rated
- Psychology Today
Visit Michael Dadson’s websites
http://www.gentlecurrentstherapy.com
http://www.langleycouplescounselling.com
http://www.traumatherapyclinic.com
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