Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can happen when someone experiences a traumatic event. PTSD refers to a cluster of physical and emotional symptoms that can affect someone’s overall well-being. Research shows that PTSD affects...
Three types of trauma include; acute trauma, chronic trauma, and complex trauma. There are additional types and subtypes that can affect everyone differently. Research shows that approximately 60% of adults indicate a history of abuse or difficult family issues during...
Trauma refers to the emotional and physical responses experienced after a real or perceived life-threatening event. Not every event is traumatic- people react in all sorts of ways to danger. But trauma can fundamentally change someone’s sense of safety, comfort,...
There are many kinds of trauma, and any traumatic event can impact your emotional, physical, or mental well-being. Many adults don’t necessarily attribute the experiences in their childhood to their current realities. But research continues to highlight that childhood...
Research shows that 70% of American adults have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetimes.* Trauma is a risk factor associated with all mental health disorders. If unresolved, trauma can result in ongoing distress. Many people experience and overcome...
EMDR is consider a safe and effective therapy. There are not many dangers of EMDR therapy to be aware of. However, before using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, it’s important to know…