Posted by AnxiousAnnie on April 12, 2008, at 22:09:10
In reply to PTSD and addictions, particularly opiates (long), posted by BSBD on April 1, 2008, at 13:08:20
I could write a book to your post.
I agree, I am searching holistically for ways to overcome my PTSD, and it flared up two years ago after an inept therapist traumatized me even more and I disossiated.
Pharmaceutically, have you tried Suboxone or Tenex?
Tenex can sometimes help nightmares in PTSD if you get them, and Suboxone has saved my life.
You also stated,"....There's been some studies into using naltrexone during PTSD treatment to prevent that endorphin release and enabling the patient to remain "in the emotions"..... "
YES! Rehab taught me that, and the Suboxone combined with another medication improved my quality of life significantly, unfortunately, I moved back into the same house where I get triggered (bad choice) and am trying to get back on track. EMotionally I decompensated horribly.
Anyway, I wish I could have been of more help, I am an addict and dual as well, it's finding those professionals who will and do take us seriously that's the challenge.
Have you heard of DBT?
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