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The Prevalence of PTSD in Nurses

Nurses, particularly those on the front lines, face a demanding and often traumatic work environment, putting them at an increased risk for developing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Studies consistently show that the prevalence of PTSD among nurses is higher than in the general population and even other healthcare professions. Contributing factors include workplace violence, a lack of support, and chronic exposure to patient suffering and death.

A Brighter Future for PTSD Relief: Discover a New Path to Peace

For individuals navigating the challenges of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), the journey toward inner peace is a powerful one. While statistics highlight the prevalence of this condition—notably, that women are up to 3x as likely as men to experience it—there is immense hope. These numbers, while significant, underscore a crucial point: the need for effective, empowering solutions is greater than ever, and a breakthrough is on the horizon.

The 'Check Engine Light' for PTSD: A New Approach to Mental Fitness

The 2-Dooz team is excited to share insights from a recent Public Service Announcement (PSA) video promoting our innovative PTSD Clinical Study. This project brought together a remarkable group dedicated to mental wellness, particularly for our frontline heroes.

In the PSA, Tommy Gomes, a renowned San Diego advocate for American fishermen and Host of “The Fishmonger” on Outdoor Channel, sat down with two individuals who understand the profound impact of trauma firsthand: Lieutenant Ken Impellizeri, a retired SDPD SWAT Commanding Officer, and Dan McClain, a retired SDFD Firefighter, Paramedic, and Special Forces Veteran.

Watch the full video to learn more about this groundbreaking approach.

The Silent Strain: How PTSD Weaves Through Women's Intimate Relationships

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a profound mental health condition that can arise after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. While its impact on individuals is well-documented, the ripple effects within intimate relationships, particularly for women, are often deeply felt yet silently endured. Women are disproportionately affected by certain types of trauma, such as sexual assault and domestic violence, which carry a high risk for developing PTSD, making this a critical area of understanding.

For women navigating intimate partnerships with PTSD, the symptoms can create significant barriers to connection and trust ...

Reclaiming Peace

Did you know nearly 4 out of 5 people experience a traumatic event in their lifetime? For millions, this leads to PTSD, and notably, women are nearly 3 times as likely as men to develop it, with a lifetime prevalence of 8-12%.

If you are a woman living with PTSD, you intimately understand the struggle to reclaim your peace. It is an exhausting cycle of suppressing painful memories and actively avoiding thoughts and feelings tied to your trauma. You may find yourself constantly trying to sidestep triggers–those deeply personal, often unconscious cues–leading to a relentless battle to stay on guard. This constant vigilance drains you, as moments of calm are shattered by sudden, overwhelming crises.

But what if there was a way to truly reclaim that peace? What if you could be freed from that relentless vigilance?

PTSD Early-Warning System

Did you know that 7 out of 10 adults have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetime? And tragically, the NIH estimates that 12 million people in the US suffer from PTSD.

If you are among those living with PTSD, you know the exhausting vigilance. You spend countless hours suppressing painful memories and trying to avoid triggers, only for moments of peace to be shattered by sudden crises. It is a relentless battle to stay on guard, and it can be utterly draining.

But what if there was another way? What if you could be freed from that constant lookout?

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