Trauma
Traumatic events from our past can have a great effect on our present. Trauma can arise from a range of terrible events, from a natural disaster to abusive or destructive dynamics within the home. There are many common emotional and cognitive symptoms of trauma, including intense and sometimes unpredictable feelings such as increased irritability, mood swings, anxiety, nervousness, or depression, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, confusion, or disruption in sleep and eating patterns. Different types of trauma require different types of treatment. Learning to understand and have compassion for yourself is an important step toward recovery. Here you can learn about different types of trauma and how they can be identified, understood and treated.
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The Role of the Authentic Self in Trauma-Informed Care
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Trauma-Informed Care: Recognizing & Treating Toxic Stress: Part 1
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It’s Not Your Fault: Overcoming Trauma
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Why Treating Postpartum Depression As Trauma is Key to Good Care
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The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Depression
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How to Find Healing in Relationships After Trauma
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Loving a Trauma Survivor: Understanding Childhood Trauma’s Impact On Relationships
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Dealing with Grief
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What You Need to Know About Mental Abuse
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