hi inkblot,

I'm not a healthcare professional nor do I have any experience in these matters, but I'm like you, curious and wanting to know things. My college degree happens to be in occupational therapy, and I did a three-month internship at a psychiatric facility, but that just really explains my interest more than anything. I currently work as a software (Java) programmer. Go figure.

Anyways, I would imagine that a treatment plan is determined after assessing the problems and needs of the individual. A simple example, for anyone, really, would be a problem of feeling stressed, with a measurable goal of feeling less stressed, and the means or methods to get to that goal, such as exercise, relaxation techniques, etc.

Does this help? I haven't read all of your posts (sorry!), but have you done much research online for information regarding PTSD? There are some good and not-so-good sites out there. DocJohn's site contains links to some <A target="_blank" HREF=http://psychcentral.com/resources/Post-traumatic_Stress/>websites on PTSD and trauma</A>.

Best wishes,

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