Actor Benedict Cumberbatch opens up about the lasting psychological impact of being kidnapped at gunpoint in Africa over two decades ago. The harrowing experience turned him into an 'adrenaline junkie' as a coping mechanism, but now, with a growing family, he's reflecting on the importance of cherishing life and finding healthy ways to manage trauma.
“It made me go, ‘Oh, right, yeah, I could die at any moment,’” the actor said in an interview, explaining how the event irrevocably changed the way he looked at life.The experience led him to become an ' adrenaline junkie ' as a coping mechanism.Experts note PTSD in men can lead to impulsive, risk-taking behaviors.. Between recordings, the actor went on a driving excursion with some friends.
“It’s the ability people have to exert control over their behaviors,” she explained, adding that her findings allowed her to tailor treatment plans to better suit men with PTSD.A neurologist explained that risky behavior is attractive to people with the disorder because it helps them regulate their emotions
It seems that for Benedict Cumberbatch, the support of his family, as well as the love of his children have been the anchors he needed to remain focused and gradually eliminate his fear of death.
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