Rebellious Rebirth - Oran: Guest Blog In this moving guest blog, PTSD UK Supporter Oran shares her personal story after a traumatic event brought childhood traumas to the surface. Dealing with Complex PTSD, Oran found solace in grounding techniques and the therapeutic power of music. Oran’s story is an exploration of her journey with complex PTSD and her gradual steps towards recovery, illustrating the profound impact of self-care, therapy, and creative expression. “A lot of life happened to me in a short space of time – my father passed away, a traumatic divorce leaving me as a singl ..read more

Guest Blog: Response to Ralph Fiennes - Trigger warnings in theatres This thought-provoking article has been written for PTSD UK by one of our supporters, Alex C, and addresses Ralph Fiennes’ recent remarks on trigger warnings in Theatre. Alex sheds light on the vital role trigger warnings play for people dealing with conditions like PTSD and C-PTSD, emphasising the need for inclusivity and choice in the Theatre community. Alex’s insightful perspective underscores the importance of accommodating diverse needs and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all. We extend our heartfelt thank ..read more

Guest Blog: Living With PTSD - Please don't tell me I'm brave ‘Adapting to living in the wake of trauma can mean maybe you aren’t ready to hear positive affirmations, and that’s ok too.’ and at PTSD UK, we wholeheartedly agree. Everyones journey through trauma is different: there’s no ‘one size fits all’ approach and this guest blog from PTSD UK Supporter and author, Paul Fjelrad, shows how you’re supported is vital. Well meaning words versus really truly listening can be the difference to feeling ‘heard’, or for your experience to be validated, and Paul describes his thoughts on this in t ..read more

Emotional Flashbacks: Putting Words to a Lifetime of Confusing Feelings PTSD UK was founded with the desire to do what was possible to make sure nobody ever felt as alone, isolated or helpless as our Founder did in the midst of PTSD. We’ve come a long way on our journey as a small, and still relatively new charity, and last year marked a significant milestone as we welcomed Rachel to our team. As many of you know, sharing your story can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions—cathartic yet scary, but Rachel’s wisdom and insight into Emotional Flashbacks from C-PTSD are another reminder why w ..read more

Guest Blog: 'Calming the riot' in my head: Anna In our collective journey to navigate the complexities of PTSD and C-PTSD, finding peace and space within the internal turbulence is vital. In this insightful guest blog, author Anna sheds light on the significance of discovering her own personalised coping mechanisms. Living with PTSD involves an ongoing quest to ‘calm the riot’ within the mind, and as we explore the unique avenues that offer respite, we uncover not only relief but a deeper understanding of ourselves. This guest blog from Anna details her personal experiences and shows the t ..read more

events | walk PTSD UK's Morning Mile March Challenge Sign up now PTSD UK's Morning Mile March Challenge The challenge We all know ‘exercise is good for you’, and even a small amount can make a big difference. There are a wide variety of health and wellbeing benefits associated with daily physical activity and an emerging body of evidence supports the positive impact even just one mile a day can have on mental health, which is why we’re launching our latest challenge – PTSD UK Morning Mile March! It might not seem like a lot, but walking a mile every day can have some pretty powerful h ..read more

NEWS: MAPS Submits Request for MDMA-Assisted Therapy Approval The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) has formally submitted a request to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval for the use of MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy, as a therapy for PTSD. This marks an unprecedented move as it’s the first time such an application has been made for a psychedelic-assisted treatment. The submission is backed by comprehensive data from two pivotal ‘Phase 3’ studies and a substantial body of earlier trials, representing over three decades of research ..read more

Guest Blog: Alex - The power of love and support Over ten years after starting to experiencing night terrors, panic attacks, anxiety, and withdrawal, Alex was diagnosed with PTSD in June 2023. Unaware at the outset that these struggles were linked to a past trauma, and experiencing a huge lack of support from professionals, in this guest blog, Alex shares the profound realisations of how loving support can help and the transformative journey toward understanding, acceptance and diagnosis. “I was diagnosed with PTSD in June 2023, a decade after my symptoms first started. Ten years ago ..read more

Navigating Triggers: Coping with Current Affairs and News with PTSD & C-PTSD In today’s world, it can feel like we’re constantly bombarded with graphic information, explicit imagery and upsetting stories, especially through the news and social media. The World Health Organisation has reported that constant news checking can make us feel more stressed and anxious, and other studies show that social media news can contribute to increased panic reactions. Although staying informed and educated is important, it’s a reminder for us to be mindful of how all this affects our well-being and fi ..read more

PTSD UK Founder Awarded MBE in New Year's Honours List PTSD UK is delighted to announce that Jacqui Suttie, our Founder and CEO, has been awarded the prestigious Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) award in the 2024 New Year’s Honours List. The honour acknowledges Jacqui’s outstanding dedication and contributions in the field of supporting people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a condition that is estimated to currently affect over 2,612,000 people in the UK. Jacqui’s transformative journey from ‘the darkest place [she] could imagine’ to becoming a beacon of ..read more