6/30/25 @ 12:45 p.m. - June is recognized annually as PTSD Awareness Month and is dedicated to raising awareness about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and promoting resources for those affected by it.
PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It’s often characterized by avoidance of trauma-related reminders, flashbacks, nightmares, and negative effects on mood. It can result from various traumatic experiences such as natural disasters, accidents, assault, abuse, and combat.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (1), about 6 of every 100 people will experience PTSD at some point in their lifetime. The symptoms of PTSD can cause significant distress and interfere greatly with a person’s ability to engage in daily activities. The symptoms can also cause co-occurring conditions such as depression, substance abuse, and anxiety disorders.
Residents experiencing PTSD symptoms are encouraged to seek mental health services to improve emotional wellness and to achieve stability and recovery. One agency serving residents in Nassau County is Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare. Established in 1992, Starting Point is Nassau County’s first mental health and substance abuse agency. Led by CEO Dr. Laureen Pagel, Starting Point provides a variety of services including, but not limited to, adult services, child and adolescent services, community outreach and education, and emergency services for anyone experiencing a health emergency.
Over the last 30 years, over 45,000 individuals have received treatment at Starting Point, many of which fully recovered from mental health and substance abuse challenges. From behavioral issues to drug addiction, from anxiety to depression, previous clients have provided testimonials about their journey to healing through Starting Point.
Dr. Pagel stated, “PTSD affects people from all walks of life, but healing is possible with the right support. At Starting Point, we believe in meeting people where they are and walking with them through recovery. No one should have to face trauma alone.”
Do you find yourself suffering from PTSD symptoms? If so, you’re not alone! Starting Point is here to help you when you’re ready. Visit their website at www.spbh.org and begin your health journey today. Starting Point contracts with 50+ health insurance providers to make accessing services easier than ever. If you don’t have insurance, they also offer options based on income and family size. Regardless of your situation, there are treatment options available to you and those that you love.
-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer
Source(s):
(1) National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd
PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It’s often characterized by avoidance of trauma-related reminders, flashbacks, nightmares, and negative effects on mood. It can result from various traumatic experiences such as natural disasters, accidents, assault, abuse, and combat.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (1), about 6 of every 100 people will experience PTSD at some point in their lifetime. The symptoms of PTSD can cause significant distress and interfere greatly with a person’s ability to engage in daily activities. The symptoms can also cause co-occurring conditions such as depression, substance abuse, and anxiety disorders.
Residents experiencing PTSD symptoms are encouraged to seek mental health services to improve emotional wellness and to achieve stability and recovery. One agency serving residents in Nassau County is Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare. Established in 1992, Starting Point is Nassau County’s first mental health and substance abuse agency. Led by CEO Dr. Laureen Pagel, Starting Point provides a variety of services including, but not limited to, adult services, child and adolescent services, community outreach and education, and emergency services for anyone experiencing a health emergency.
Over the last 30 years, over 45,000 individuals have received treatment at Starting Point, many of which fully recovered from mental health and substance abuse challenges. From behavioral issues to drug addiction, from anxiety to depression, previous clients have provided testimonials about their journey to healing through Starting Point.
Dr. Pagel stated, “PTSD affects people from all walks of life, but healing is possible with the right support. At Starting Point, we believe in meeting people where they are and walking with them through recovery. No one should have to face trauma alone.”
Do you find yourself suffering from PTSD symptoms? If so, you’re not alone! Starting Point is here to help you when you’re ready. Visit their website at www.spbh.org and begin your health journey today. Starting Point contracts with 50+ health insurance providers to make accessing services easier than ever. If you don’t have insurance, they also offer options based on income and family size. Regardless of your situation, there are treatment options available to you and those that you love.
-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer
Source(s):
(1) National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd
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