Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders
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PTSD in First Responders
First responders are the first people to arrive at the scene of an emergency. We rely on them to be the first to bring us to safety and ta..
Trauma and Paraphilic Disorders
With the constant hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is easy to fall into the habit of taking everything at face value. That’s how our..
The Effect of PTSD on Relationships
Relationships can be hard for anyone especially when it comes to communication, trust and intimacy. However, for individuals with Post Tra..
The Effects of PTSD on the Brain
Nightmares, flashbacks, distorted thoughts and overwhelming emotions. These are all symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. Th..
Pain Through Passage: How Immigration Leads to Trauma
Starting a new chapter in your life can be exciting and nerve-wracking all at the same time. Whether it’s preparing for college, entering ..
Psychological Reactions to COVID-19
It would be an understatement to say that 2020 has been a rollercoaster of unpredictable events –– beloved celebrities passing away unexpe..
The Battle Between Trauma and Social Justice
For several decades, even though there were good intentions, some peaceful protests turned into riots which resulted in traumatic experien..
What Just Happened? How Anxiety Impacts Memory
Feelings of extreme anxiety commonly present themselves in high-intensity situations, leading to a sensation known as stress. These feelin..
The Invisibility of Black Women’s Pain and Secondary Trauma
In his 1962 speech “Who Taught You to Hate Yourself,” Malcolm X said, “The most disrespected person in America is the black woman. The mos..
The Miseducation of Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders
First kisses, graduations, awards for well-deserved accomplishments. All of these events have something in common ⎯ they’re life’s memorie..