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You are not alone 💚

Approximately 1 in 17 people in the United States will experience PTSD during their lifetime. If you or someone you know is living with PTSD, know that support is available and that healing and recovery are possible.

As PTSD Awareness Month comes to a close, let's continue learning, listening, and supporting one another. Every act of kindness, every conversation, and every effort to reduce stigma helps create a more compassionate and inclusive community.

PTSD symptoms may look different in people 💚

PTSD symptoms may look different in people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It may be expressed through changes in behavior, mood, or daily routines rather than through symptoms people typically associate with trauma.

Verbal communication is not always possible for individuals with I/DD’s so it’s important to recognize the signs.

PTSD can affect the body, not just the mind. 💚

Many people are surprised to learn that trauma can show up in physical ways, too. People living with PTSD may experience symptoms like headaches, chronic pain, sleep difficulties, fatigue, or other health challenges.

These symptoms are a reminder that mental and physical health are deeply connected. When we better understand the effects of trauma, we can respond with greater empathy and support.

Let's continue creating communities where people feel seen, understood, and supported on their journey toward recovering.