Finding Strength Podcast
Finding Strength Podcast
102: The Cost of Caring: Nurses, PTSD, and the Healing Process - Keri Seymore MSN, ARNP, PMHNP
102: The Cost of Caring: Nurses, PTSD, and the Healing Process - Keri Seymore MSN, ARNP, PMHNP
102: The Cost of Caring: Nurses, PTSD, and the Healing Process - Keri Seymore MSN, ARNP, PMHNP
Saturday 1st March 2025
Keri Seymore discusses the emotional toll on nurses, coping with trauma, and the use of substances like alcohol and marijuana.
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Episode Overview
- Nurses face significant emotional trauma on the job.
- Substances like alcohol and marijuana are often used to cope.
- Marijuana has fewer physical withdrawal symptoms but is still habit-forming.
- Proper mental health care is crucial for healthcare professionals.
- Personal loss can trigger PTSD and highlight the need for support.
Ideally, we would get to a place where we don't need to numb and we can face whatever it is.
Ever wondered about the emotional toll on nurses working on the frontlines? In this episode of Finding Strength Podcast, Keri Seymore, a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, shares her experiences from over 20 years in the ER. Keri opens up about the trauma nurses face daily and how it impacts their mental health. The conversation gets real about coping mechanisms, including the use of substances like alcohol and marijuana to numb the pain.
Keri discusses the potential drawbacks of using marijuana for managing anxiety, depression, and PTSD, shedding light on its habit-forming nature despite fewer physical withdrawal symptoms compared to alcohol. Her journey through personal loss and PTSD brings a deeply human perspective to the discussion, highlighting the importance of seeking proper mental health care. This episode isn't just for healthcare professionals; anyone interested in understanding the hidden struggles of those who care for us will find it eye-opening.
Don't miss out on Keri's insights into self-care and mental health treatment in the nursing field. Ready to dive deep into the reality of frontline healthcare workers? Tune in now!