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| Guide to Recovering from PTSD Contents Introduction Anger Anxiety Chronic Pain Compulsion Confusion Crisis Delusions Denial Dependence Depression Grief Guilt Loneliness Negative Self-Concept (Low Self Esteem) Obesity Obsessions Passive-Agressive Behavior Phobia Rape Trauma Syndrome Sleep Disorders Substance Abuse Suicidal Behavior or Ideation Suspiciousness/Paranoia Withdrawn Behavior information copyright Stephanie Laite Lanham website copyright M. V. Pelecis |
What is withdrawn behavior?
Withdrawn behavior is marked by isolation, avoidance, ansilence. There is a lack of ability to related and relationships may break down. Veterans may be preoccupied with memories of lost allies. They have difficulties sharing thoughts, anger, sadness, or any otof their feelings. They want to be alone and may eventually shut themselves off completely. The consequences of withdrawn behavior are that your family, friends, and employment may suffer as well as you. People may avoid the sufferer, not understanding the behavior. The withdrawn behavior may be mistaken as hostility., brooding, anger, or rudnes. It may be that your family or a friend will reach out to a care giver on your behalf. It will be up to you to follow through and go to an appoihtment at the Vet Center or wherever you chose for treatment of PTSD.
| What can I do to cope with withdrawn behavior? You will become more socially active when you discover what is behind your desire to withdraw from your life. Your counselor at the Vet Center will offer education about how you can learn to practice participating in activities as you gain self confidence. Your self- esteem will increase over time. Coping skills include learning to focus on being aware of why and when you began to isolate in the first place. Is the behavior service related? In time, group psychotherapy may be very beneficial to your healing process. Sharing with other veterans is a wonderful and inspiring experience. The Vet Center has many groups has many groups available and is a great place to rediscover yourself and meet new friends and allies.
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