Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is common after cardiac arrest, affecting both survivors and co-survivors. Posts covering symptoms, treatment options and recovery journeys.
Having survived a cardiac arrest nine years ago, I have learned many things about the triumphs and hurdles of recovery. Among the surprises I encountered during this journey was the profound psychological impact of my near-death experience. While my memory of the cardiac arrest is nonexistent, I was haunted by the blaring sirens and the … Read more
When someone experiences a cardiac arrest, it is not just that person who is affected, but their loved ones and others at the event as well. As a co-survivor, you may feel like you must be on high alert, watching out for any signs of danger. This is what we call hypervigilance. In this article, … Read more
Millions of people watched in horror as Damar Hamlin, a young and healthy NFL player, suddenly collapsed during a game. Although we have learned a great deal about the causes and risk factors of sudden cardiac arrest, one important aspect of this event remains under-discussed: the psychological effects of cardiac arrest. This life-threatening event can … Read more