While many people are familiar with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they’re likely to be less familiar with other types of trauma. One such trauma is complex trauma. Attributed to a series of distressful events, complex trauma can be a challenging condition. Learn more about complex trauma, the signs, and how to best heal. If you […]
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Trauma is the result of experiencing a traumatic event and can present itself in a variety of ways. While each person reacts differently to trauma, it’s helpful to understand some of the identifiable hallmarks of a trauma response, as well as the potential causes and the long-term effects of trauma if left untreated. Whether a
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Trauma is an experience that can have long-lasting effects on an individual’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. It can be caused by a variety of events, including abuse, neglect, violence, accidents, or natural disasters. The effects of trauma can be overwhelming and can impact an individual’s ability to function normally in their daily lives. However,
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PTSD can affect many aspects of a person’s life, and it is essential to seek help and support in managing the condition. National PTSD Awareness Day, observed on June 27th, was created to raise awareness about PTSD and its effects. Awareness can help reduce stigma and encourage individuals to seek help. At The Right Step
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Trauma and substance abuse often go hand in hand. Trauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience, and it can cause a person to turn to drugs or alcohol to cope. Substance abuse, in turn, can also lead to trauma, creating a vicious cycle. When you explore the connection between trauma and substance
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Work to understand the effects of repressed trauma began with Sigmund Freud and remains important today. Because of the body’s instinct for self-preservation, deeply harmful events are sometimes partly or fully removed from conscious memory. This allows a traumatized person temporary relief from cognitively dealing with their past. Sadly, repressed trauma can have many negative
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Have you ever felt so hopeless that you did not know how to manage your way out of feeling distressed? Or, have you ever had thoughts of suicide that were so great that you felt like timing through to action? Chances are, you displayed the signs of a mental health crisis. When you are in
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