Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders
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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..
When Does Change Become Too Much? Adjustment Disorders in College Students
Stress: it’s something all students face when going to college for the first time. While starting college is a positive step for many peop..
Beyond The Individual: A Look at Parents With PTSD
Loud noises. Crowded places. Feeling overwhelmed or like things are out of control. All of these things are associated with being a parent..
Connections Between Trauma and Addiction
People who have experienced trauma typically need to devise coping strategies for handling stress. Unfortunately for many people, addictio..
Ride Of Terror: Response to Trauma
The cranking of metallic safety bars generates an echo of laughter as the wheels of the vibrant cart begin to roar. Riding on the high of..