Functional Restoration Therapy (FRT) is a treatment for trauma related injuries such as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Adjustment Disorder. The principal of FRT is to examine functional changes adopted by individuals suffering from trauma related injuries, such as loss of social functioning, and to subsequently suggest behavioural changes to restore pre-trauma functioning. It is suggested that it is these secondary symptoms which need to be corrected in order to treat the condition. This form of treatment often appeals to individuals who are not able to sustain more traditional forms of treatment, such as Exposure Therapy.
If you have been a victim of crime and suffered a trauma related injury contact Victims of Crime Counselling Services to discuss various treatment options, including Functional Restoratiion Therapy.
Depression is a mood state characterized by a general loss of energy and interest in life. We can all feel depresseed at different times in our lives and for different reasons, such as relationship problems or work or school pressures. A depressive disorder is somewhat different and characterized by its severity and duration of symptoms. Common symptoms include thoughts of self-harming, loss of confidence, disturbed sleep and appetite and decreased libido.
Depression often occurs after a traumatic event, such as a physical or sexual assault. If you suspect that you are suffering from depression and have been a victim of crime contact Victims of Crime Counselling Services for assistance.
PTSD is an extreme anxiety response following a traumatic event such as sexual or physical assault. Syptoms of PTSD include recurrent thoughts of the traumatic event, flashbacks, nightmares, avoiding reminders of the incident, emotional numbing as well being easily startled and highly vigilant. PTSD can be a very disabling condition and can affect relationships, work and physical health and once chronic requires specialist treatment.
If you suspect that you are suffering from PTSD as a result of a recent criminal act contact Victims of Crime Counselling Services for treatment.