Trauma is an emotional response to a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. It can result from a single event, such as an accident or loss, or from prolonged exposure to adverse situations, such as abuse or neglect. Trauma often impacts not just your emotions but also your thoughts, physical health, and relationships, even long after the event has passed.

Common Types of Trauma:

• Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse

• Loss of a loved one or grief-related trauma

• Witnessing or experiencing violence

• Natural disasters or accidents

• Childhood neglect or abandonment

• Medical trauma or chronic illness

Signs of Unresolved Trauma:

• Flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive memories

• Emotional numbness or difficulty feeling connected

• Anxiety, irritability, or heightened startle responses

• Avoidance of reminders of the traumatic event

• Feelings of shame, guilt, or self-blame

• Difficulty trusting others or forming relationships