Category: Complex Trauma

“Understanding Trauma: The Body and Mind’s Response to Surgery and Accidents”

The body and mind can both experience trauma following an operation or an accident. Physically, the body undergoes significant stress during surgery or after an accident. The trauma can manifest as physical pain, inflammation, changes in organ function, and potential complications related to the surgery or injuries sustained. The body’s natural healing process might be… Read More “Understanding Trauma: The Body and Mind’s Response to Surgery and Accidents”

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“Understanding Self-Destructive Enactments: Unraveling Trauma Responses”

The concept of “self-destructive enactments” in the context of trauma responses is an important aspect of understanding how individuals cope with and react to traumatic experiences. These enactments are linked to the four main trauma responses: fight, flight, freeze, and fawn. Let’s explore this trauma typology and how self-destructive enactments manifest in each of these responses.… Read More “Understanding Self-Destructive Enactments: Unraveling Trauma Responses”

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“Unmasking Aggressive Gestures: The Art of Nonverbal Provocation”

In the complex realm of human communication, words are not always the sole tools used to convey aggression. Nonverbal expressions, particularly aggressive gestures, can be equally potent in inciting anger and potentially leading to confrontation. These gestures, which often straddle the line between assertiveness and hostility, play a crucial role in nonverbal communication. Let’s delve… Read More “Unmasking Aggressive Gestures: The Art of Nonverbal Provocation”

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Early childhood trauma

Early childhood trauma can have a profound impact on nervous system development. During early childhood, the brain is rapidly developing and forming neural connections, which lay the foundation for cognitive, emotional, and social functioning throughout life. Traumatic experiences during this critical period can disrupt normal neurodevelopmental processes and have long-lasting effects on the structure and… Read More Early childhood trauma

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Emotional trauma and PTSD during and after divorce

Divorce can be a highly stressful and emotionally challenging experience for all individuals involved, including children. Emotional trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur during and after a divorce, particularly if there are factors that exacerbate the emotional impact. Here are some considerations regarding emotional trauma and PTSD in the context of divorce: It’s… Read More Emotional trauma and PTSD during and after divorce

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What is complex trauma?

Complex trauma refers to a specific type of trauma that involves prolonged and repeated exposure to traumatic events, typically starting in childhood and involving interpersonal relationships. It is different from a single traumatic event, such as a car accident or natural disaster. Complex trauma is often characterized by: The consequences of complex trauma can manifest… Read More What is complex trauma?

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Childhood Trauma

Childhood trauma can have a profound and lasting impact on a person’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk is a leading expert in the field of trauma and has extensively studied the effects of childhood trauma on individuals. Here are some of the key effects of childhood trauma as identified by… Read More Childhood Trauma

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