Essays on Trauma
Trauma is an emotional response to a deeply distressing event. It can be caused by physical, psychological, or environmental factors and can have long-lasting effects on mental health and overall well-being. Trauma can manifest in different ways such as flashbacks, nightmares, intrusive thoughts or memories, avoidance of certain places or activities that may remind of the traumatic experience, as well as feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. While everyone responds differently to trauma, it is important to recognize when you are struggling with its aftermath so that proper help from professionals can be sought out. It is not uncommon for people who have experienced trauma to feel overwhelmed and unable to cope with day-to-day life. They may struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression and difficulty concentrating due to the persistent reminders of their experience. One way in which individuals can begin healing from trauma is through therapy sessions which provide a safe place where they can express their emotions without judgement or stigma attached. Therapists will also use techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) which helps individuals understand how their thought processes contribute to their current state of mind so that they are better equipped at addressing difficult situations without being triggered by past experiences. Other methods used in treating trauma include Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness meditation practices, art therapy and music therapy programs; all these techniques allow patients to explore their feelings in a creative way whilst receiving support from qualified professionals who specialize in dealing with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Additionally engaging in regular exercise routines has been found helpful for reducing symptoms of PTSD by increasing endorphins levels which act like natural mood boosters thus aiding relaxation levels during times when one feels overwhelmed or anxious about particular situations related back to the traumatic incident(s). Overall there are many effective treatments available for those suffering from trauma however it’s important not only seek professional help but also make use of our own personal strategies such as talking out loud about our experiences before seeking additional assistance if needed; this allows us take control over what we’re feeling rather than allowing ourselves become victims again after having already gone through a challenging period of time beforehand.
Introduction Trauma is an emotional response that arises due to a terrible event like an accident, natural disaster or rape incident. The victim after the event experiences some kind of shock and denial both self or from other individuals (Masterton, 2002). The long-term side-effects associated with trauma include; unpredictable emotions based on moods, flashbacks, recurrent […]
“If it takes dying to be thin, then so be it.” -Alisa Williams In the documentary, Thin, 4 women are filmed while they stay in The Renfew Center in Coconut Creek, Florida for women with eating disorders. The different types of eating disorders range from purging, using laxatives or diaretics, or being anorexic. The National […]
Introduction The issue of resilience in school-aged children and the adolescents across the globe is termed to be the capacity of the given children to have a resistance to the negative psychosocial kinds of consequences that result fr6om given adverse events in their lives. This is not the given absence in the psychopathology after a […]
Introduction Most families and individuals that have gone through domestic violence usually experience problems of healing both emotionally and physically from several traumas. The traumas usually affect the body, spirit and mind. Experiencing these effects is natural and an important step is to acknowledge the effects in order to begin a healing and restoration process. […]
Introduction Childhelp is a nationwide non-profit organization which has the full devotion to the task of preventing child abuse and administering treatment to the wounded or traumatized victims. Sara O’Meara together with Yvonne Fedderson set up the association in the year 1959 it had its roots from International Orphans, Inc before the development of Childhelp. […]
