Ray Karam - Life Beyond PTSD

Ray Karam worked as a police officer in Sydney Central, Redfern and in country towns in Northern NSW. An accumulation of traumatic experiences led to Ray leaving the police force to seek support and rebuild his life. Ray shares his inspiring story, what helped him to rebuild from the grass roots up in order to support others who may have experienced similar trauma.

Resources

Ray Karam website 
Ray Karam Blog 
An intimate account of dealing with post traumatic stress – The blog that inspired me to call Ray!
Police Post Traumatic Stress Support Group 
The affects of cumulative PTSD 

This show may have been difficult to listen to. If so please remember the contact numbers to reach out for support - contact Lifeline on 131 114

For those who support someone who is at risk of suicide, please remember Lifeline's steps to address suicide potential:

• ASK: If you think someone is on the edge, ask them 'are you thinking about suicide?' Make sure you ask directly and unambiguously.
• LISTEN AND STAY WITH THEM: If they say 'yes', they are suicidal, listen to them and allow them to express how they are feeling. Don't leave them alone.
• GET HELP: Call a crisis line or 000 if a person's life is in danger. If the risk is not immediate, take them to a GP or psychologist to help them get long-term support.
• WHERE TO GET HELP: If you or someone you know needs help, contact Lifeline on 131 114; the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467 or Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800