Trauma has become an overused word that can be confusing. You may hear some people say, “I was so traumatized because I couldn’t find the wedding flowers I wanted.” On the other hand, some people ...

According to many therapists and mental health professionals, sometimes trauma isn't derived from one-time, extreme life events like a tragic tornado, a school shooting or a car crash. Many people ...

The trauma-informed care model was pioneered by Sandra Bloom in the 1980s. At the time, she was working in inpatient psychiatric clinics with children and adolescents. Ultimately, she had to close her ...

Public unrest is straining mental health nationwide, especially in BIPOC communities, as culturally responsive and decolonizing therapy approaches gain ground.

The word “trauma” comes from the ancient Greek word " trauma, meaning “wound.” Originally, it referred solely to physical ...

Key Takeaways Functional freeze is when someone goes into autopilot as a response to chronic stress and trauma. Unlike other trauma responses, someone in functional freeze can appear completely normal ...

The term “post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)” is not one traditionally associated with the workplace. Unfortunately, some employees are experiencing “shocking, scary and even dangerous events,” ...

26% of respondents to a Healthline survey about online therapy report seeking therapeutic help for trauma No matter how you identify, your age, or time since trauma(s), research shows teletherapy is ...

Research suggests work-induced emotional trauma can damage people's self-esteem and their careers. While trauma can be harmful, experts say it can also bring about "post-traumatic growth." That's when ...

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