Trauma Archives

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Betrayal trauma: What it is and how to heal

August 24, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Jennifer Freyd, PhD

Betrayal trauma occurs when someone’s trust is violated by a person or institution they depend on. Learn more about symptoms, risks, and treatment options.

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Relationships Trauma

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Healing from the trauma of gun violence

August 15, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Tasnim Sulaiman, LPC

Gun violence survivors carry the pain of past experience and the risk of retraumatization. Bruce Nash and Patience Murray have found ways to live with both.

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Grief Gun Violence Loss PTSD Trauma

What is shame? Examples, causes, and how to heal

August 15, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Shame is different than guilt, and it can have a devastating impact on mental health. Find out about the signs, causes, and how to heal.

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Emotions Guilt Shame Trauma

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Childhood trauma and repressed memories

August 14, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Forgetting details from childhood is a normal part of aging, but trauma we experienced as children may impact our memories more deeply.

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Childhood Children Memory PTSD Trauma

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When your religion rejects you, what comes next?

August 3, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Margaret Conley, LCSW, MDiv

Healing from religious trauma can be especially hard for LGBTQIA+ people, who may also face family rejection. But a new path is possible, says Margaret Conley.

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Identity LGBTQIA+ Religion Religious Trauma Spirituality Trauma

Trauma: Types, stages, effects, and treatments

August 3, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Most people will experience at least one trauma in their lifetime. Learn more about trauma disorders, symptoms, and treatment options.

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Complex PTSD PTSD Trauma

When the world won’t hold us

July 31, 2023 | Published by Psychotherapy Networker

In this time of uncertainty and turmoil, it’s crucial to recognize that suffering and trauma are not the same thing.

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For Therapists Psychotherapy Networker Trauma

Fear: What it is and how to manage it

July 31, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Fear is a common, natural emotion that helps keep us safe, but having too much can make it hard to function. Find out how to recognize and manage your fears.

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Anxiety Emotions Fear Phobias Trauma

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What is race-based traumatic stress (RBTS)?

July 26, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

RBTS is a type of chronic stress stemming from racism and race-related discrimination. Explore common causes and symptoms, as well as treatment options.

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African Americans Culture Discrimination Identity Race Race-Based Traumatic Stress Racial Trauma Society Stress Trauma

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Income and mental health

May 2, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

What you earn, your education, and your job can all affect your mental health. Explore the impact of your financial situation on your state of mind.

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Culture Identity Money Poverty Society Socioeconomic Class Trauma