People with ADHD are often confused with those with PTSD. YES, it is possible to have both, however it is more than likely that a person will have one or the other. So many may ask what are the similarities and what are the differences. In ADHD, many have: Inattention, Distraction, Restlessness, Impatience, Impulsivity, Anger, Sleeping Problems, Poor Memory, Poor Concentration,...[ read more ]
In talking with a few of my friends, I was asked a great question which is often overlooked. We all think that we know the causes of PTSD; many will talk about being in a war, some will talk about being in a restaurant when something occurred, others will talk about watching a accident, (it makes no difference if you...[ read more ]
For those with PTSD, many avenues for relief lead to medication. Yes, meds do work. However, in most cases medications need to be taken daily, sometimes at multiple times during the day in order for them to work. The meds, may be expensive, even if most of the cost is covered by insurance. However, compliance is a major issue for...[ read more ]
I have just opened up my new office for the treatment of PTSD and ADD/HD in Coral Springs. I use a new modality called RESET THERAPY, which uses sound to help alleviate and/or eliminate the root cause of the trauma. In order to introduce this new mode of treatment to the community, I will be giving away in both Hallandale...[ read more ]
As we are approaching Valentine’s Day, many of us in South Florida are facing trepidation, fright and a palpable uneasiness. It’s has nothing to do with Valentine’s Day, heretofore a day when romantics bought roses for their loved ones, Hallmark cards did a very brisk business, and many people ended their day with taking their loved ones out to dinner....[ read more ]
PTSD, post traumatic stress disorder, is based upon the recurrence of a traumatic experience. Whether it was during war, in the classroom, at work, or anywhere else, the problem is that it remains in your memory. Almost like a computer, you hit the right buttons, and up it comes, all over again. In this case, the memory is stored (filed)...[ read more ]
Sometimes the screaming in my head helps and sometimes it doesn't. Many times, I can't get any sleep. I wake up at all hours of the night, many times sweating. I have cried in my sleep, many times I can't remember why? My days are tired, since I get no sleep. For some of my friends, the drugs wear off,...[ read more ]
