“Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape or natural disaster. Immediately after the event, shock and denial are typical. Longer term reactions include unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea.” T...
Trauma can have an affect on the body as well as the mind. It can cause the heart to race, impact the limbic system, and can lead to chronic diseases or other issues. Trauma can also cause hypervigilance, in which there is an overreaction to perceived danger when there is none, loud n...
Avoidance of people, places, and situations that are reminders of the trauma Spontaneous recurrence or distressing memories of the event Ongoing nightmares and flashbacks about the event Distress when faced with people, places, and situations that remind the person of the event An inability to rememb...
Little did I know that after broaching this idea on an article that explored how trauma manifests itself in intense physical, perceptual, and emotional reactions to everyday things, I would experience the absolute worst trauma imaginable since that fateful day when my world turned into a nightmare...
Keep reading to learn more about relationship PTSD. Defining Relationship PTSD Whether a relationship involves physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, any abusive relationship can be a source of deep and lasting trauma. Leaving the intimate relationship can potentially stop the abuse. Still, someone ...
The movie opens with Kyle Pratt sitting alone on a Berlin metro platform. Her frozen stance and the look on her face tell us she’s terrified, wrestling with some great trauma. Curiosity grabs us as we begin to wonder what it is. ...
In the 2010s, there's been a resurgence in LSD studies for a variety of mental health applications. Psychotherapists are revisiting LSD as an assistive chemical meant to boost patients' abilities to address trauma, depression, and other maladies. Other researchers see LSD has a key to alleviati...
Parents, who naturally want the best for their children, may feel helpless in the face of their teen's trauma. However, with the right approach and support, recovery is possible. Therapy plays a key role in helping teens heal, and parents can also contribute significantly to their child...
beard. A man who was assaulted by his alcoholic mother as a child might be triggered whenever he smells alcohol. An adult who never fit in as a child may feel triggered when seeing groups of people have fun. Feel free to take ourfree emotional trauma testto go deeper into this ...
There are some effective ways to reduce stress and anxiety when they arise, such as practicing relaxation techniques and mindfulness meditation. However, when feelings persist or feel overwhelming, it may be helpful to speak to a therapist who can help manage and address symptoms of anxiety, stres...