Back to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Psychiatrists for PTSD
Medication for PTSD symptom management
Psychiatrists manage PTSD medications and monitor treatment response, often in coordination with trauma therapists.
PTSD Medications
SSRIs (sertraline, paroxetine) are FDA-approved for PTSD. Prazosin may help with PTSD-related nightmares. Psychiatrists also treat co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety that commonly accompany PTSD.
What to Look For
- PTSD medication expertise
- Understanding of trauma
- Coordination with therapists
Questions to Ask
- What medication do you recommend for PTSD?
- How do you address nightmares?
- How long will I need medication?