The Psychology of Depression and Anxiety - Dr. Scott Eilers

Psychologist’s 2026 Guide to PTSD and CPTSD

Dec 13, 2025
Discover the complexities of PTSD and how it differs from Complex PTSD. Learn about the neurobiology behind trauma and how it affects the body and brain. Delve into symptom categories and the often-misunderstood triggers that can provoke PTSD responses. Effective treatments like EMDR and TF-CBT are discussed, along with practical self-regulation tools you can start using right now. Plus, find out why context matters in diagnosis and how modifying your environment can aid in recovery.
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INSIGHT

PTSD Is Widely Misunderstood

  • PTSD is often misunderstood and likely underdiagnosed across professional and public spheres.
  • Dr. Scott Eilers emphasizes that many diagnosed cases represent a small fraction of people who actually have PTSD.
INSIGHT

Trauma Is Subjective And Contextual

  • Whether an event is traumatic depends on the person and how their support system responds.
  • Dr. Scott Eilers warns against comparing traumas as a way to invalidate personal suffering.
ANECDOTE

Veterans Show Trauma Outcomes Vary

  • Veterans returning from war showed that similar exposures produced very different outcomes.
  • Some adjusted back to normal life while others remained profoundly impacted, illustrating trauma variability.
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