Coping with trauma can be a challenging and overwhelming experience, particularly when it comes to managing flashbacks and recurring thoughts. While current treatments have focused on treating the symptoms through medication, research shows that a more effective approach is needed that addresses the root causes of trauma.
The idea that mental health issues like depression and anxiety are caused by a serotonin imbalance or a lack of willpower is an insult to those who have gone through traumatic experiences such as rape, abuse, or war trauma. It's important to learn how to manage these thoughts and flashbacks, and acknowledge the responses of the mind and immune system to trauma.
The conditioning treatments in place may work for some individuals but it can be challenging to implement them for veterans who are dealing with trauma. Current treatments try to condition the veterans to find mental peace but it fails to address the past experiences and how it impacts their daily life.