At first glance, you may assume a “trauma bond” occurs when two or more people endure a crisis together. However, the term has a much different meaning. Have you ever had a relationship—romantic or otherwise—in which you always felt off-balance? The other person seemed to run hot and cold—but usually…
When you are traumatized, it can often be hard to carry on with your day-to-day life. You may feel triggered often, or unable to move on after what has happened. As difficult as it may sound, you have to try to function and move forward. Otherwise, you may feel stuck…
When thinking of PTSD, many people immediately associate the condition with symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance. While those are certainly hallmarks of PTSD, some lesser-known symptoms may surprise people. But because these aren’t the most well-known symptoms, some people may not recognize them as a sign of PTSD. Why Does…
At times, trauma symptoms can be quite obvious, while other times, they might be so subtle that we are not aware they exist. Or we have lived with the symptoms for so long, it can feel like a part of our everyday existence. One example of a subtle symptom is…
Group therapy is an effective form of psychotherapy that involves one or more therapists working with a group of clients together to improve their daily functioning and coping skills. The thought of opening up about your struggles and experiences to a group of strangers might feel overwhelming or intimidating, but…
When it comes to handling stress in adulthood, its common to assume that the root cause stems from recent problems in your personal or professional life.