Brief Answer:
It is treatable

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using healthcaremagic.

I read your query and understand that it is possible to develop PTSD following abusive relationship.

While going through your query, I did not see any specific things that you want to know. If you have any questions or doubts feel free to write back to me.

At this stage I like to inform you that PTSD is characterized by anxiety, autonomic arousal, memories of abuse/trauma exposure, decreased sleep in addition to other complaints.

In majority of patients it is treatable and bothe medications and psychotherapy is option.

I look forward to get your specific queries to answer.

Thanks and regards
Dr Ashok Kumar

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Brief Answer:
Please do following

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for reverting back to me.

Although it is not possible to treat anxiety and sleep problem in isolation without treatment of PTSD i like to suggest following things for these two important domains of PTSD.

For sleep it is essential to observe sleep hygiene. If you are no aware what is sleep hygiene you can refer an article written by me at https://www.icliniq.com/health-articles/health-topics/emotional-and-mental-health/how-to-sleep-better-tips-for-getting-a-good-nights-sleep, and follow the simple measures

For management of anxiety I like to recommend following things.
1. Diet: Ensure intake of adequate quantity of fiber. 2 servings of vegetable salad and 2 servings of fruits( One preferable citrus fruit).

2. Ensure adequate water intake: Follow rule of 1 which i usually advise. 1 glass of water 1 hour before and 1 glass of water 1 hour after every meals will ensure adequate consumption of water . Recommended intake of water is 2 to 3 liter a day.
3. Early morning Exercise: Brisk walking for 30 minutes at a stretch preferably in garden will be very helpful.

4. Avoid tea/coffee/ nicotine and alcoholic beverages: If at all you want to drink something, drink fresh lime water. It is very much refreshing.

5. Start your day with a glass of Lemon water with 2 spoons of honey added. have a good breakfast.


6. Don't take work so seriously: We all have the feeling to excel in our respective fields and don't spend adequate time with our own self trying to understand our own needs.
Spend time with your family and friends.

7. While working take frequent regular breaks: Taking regular breaks will not waste the time, but it will definitely increase the productivity, concentration and reasoning. Take break for 5 minutes every 30 minutes.

8. Avoid late night socialization

9. Avoid starring for longer time at the computer screen or TV for longer time

10. Steam inhalation before going to sleep will be very refreshing
11. Multivitamin and Calcium supplement.

I hope this helps you.
If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.
If not, you may close the discussion and if possible you may rate the answer for me, so that I get a good feedback.
In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-ashok-kumar/67386

Wishing you a very happy and healthy life.
Dr Ashok Kumar

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