Because everyone is different, each person’s response to trauma can be different. Some will lash out at those around them, others will keep so busy that they don’t have time to think about or acknowledge their issues, and others will mentally repress them. This can lead to feelings of “numbness,” alienation, and sometimes the loss of desire to continue living. Many people cope with feelings of being scared or threatened by relying on friends, family or counselors for support. Others either do not have a support network or just can’t get past their emotional scars. As time progresses, their level of function drops, often interfering with the ability to hold a job and deal with everyday life. Many withdraw from loved ones, as well as society, lose their jobs, and become completely withdrawn. At Adelante Recovery Center, we provide a support system for PTSD patients to prevent these impacts before they happen, or reverse them if they already have.