A psychologist delves into the topic of PTSD caused by prison experiences. Discover how incarceration can impact mental health, the symptoms of PTSD in former inmates, and the therapeutic approaches used to support their recovery. Learn about the challenges faced by those re-entering society and the importance of mental health resources for a successful transition. Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the intersection of prison and mental health. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with David Bonanno: https://www.doctorbonanno.com/ Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Society's Misconceptions of PTSD 00:04:10 - Prison Life and PTSD 00:08:06 - Lack of Understanding of PTSD 00:12:02 - Experiences in Prison 00:16:09 - The Failures of Therapy with PTSD 00:20:32 - Biased Court-Ordered Therapy 00:24:29 - The Benefits and Concerns of EMDR Therapy 00:28:25 - The Power of Connection in Therapy 00:32:20 - Writing a Book with a Psychological Twist 00:36:27 - The Desire to Feel Special and Accepted 00:40:22 - Habits and PTSD 00:44:38 - Triggers and conditioning 00:48:37 - The Impact of Nervousness during Police Encounters 00:52:40 - The Effects of Adrenaline on First Responders 00:56:37 - Finding Inspiration and Discovering Passions 01:00:15 - Advice for PTSD 01:04:14 - Farewell and Future Collaborations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices