PTSD: The Science of Healing | EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, Breathwork & Habits

Struggling with flashbacks, hypervigilance, or constant anxiety after trauma? You’re not alone. In this video, Dr. Syeda Quadri (US Board-Certified Psychiatrist) explains how PTSD rewires the brain—and the proven tools that help you heal and feel safe again.

What’s inside this video?
✔️ What PTSD is and how it changes brain circuits (amygdala, hippocampus)
✔️ Why the past can feel like it’s still happening (fear loop explained)
✔️ Therapies that rewire memories: EMDR & Trauma-Focused CBT
✔️ Body-first tools: slow breathing, yoga, movement
✔️ Healing through safe relationships & community support
✔️ Lifestyle habits for long-term recovery: sleep, nutrition, alcohol limits
✔️ Practical steps to start feeling safe again

Video Highlights:
✔️ Overactive amygdala + memory changes → “false alarms”
✔️ EMDR helps “re-file” traumatic memories so they lose their emotional punch
✔️ 10 minutes of slow breathing can lower stress and improve sleep
✔️ Supportive relationships calm the nervous system
✔️ One week of quality sleep can reduce flashbacks and stabilize mood
✔️ Hope, support, and a clear path toward recovery

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Disclaimer:
This video is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. For diagnosis, personalized treatment, or emergencies, consult a licensed professional or call your local helpline