We all react to trauma from instinct, but some of us don't even realize that's what's happening in the moment. Our bodies tend to react in ways we instinctively believe will protect us when we ...

Experiencing trauma can sometimes lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This serious mental health condition is marked by changes in mood, intrusive memories, avoidant behavior, and a ...

Psychological trauma is a response to an event that a person finds highly stressful. Examples include being in a war zone, a natural disaster, or an accident. Trauma can cause a wide range of physical ...

A recent study examines long-term effects of childhood trauma, specifically focusing on how various types of trauma, categorized by the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) framework, influence mental ...

Note: This article discusses serious topics pertaining to trauma. Although some psychological wounds heal into scars on their own, others require careful tending. Each individual’s needs and ...

PTSD can manifest in different forms, including typical PTSD, complex PTSD (CPTSD), secondary trauma, acute stress disorder, dissociative PTSD, and comorbid PTSD, each with unique characteristics and ...

A sense of personal rapport and connection with a therapist is often one of the best indicators of success for a client during and after treatment, and that rapport and connection is often grounded in ...

There is a real and intense process of grief when getting over past trauma. It takes time, and while a skilled therapist and supportive friends are critical for trauma recovery, a lot of the work you ...

Trauma experienced during childhood is associated with a substantially higher risk of developing overlapping physical and ...