Reimagining Trauma Support & Recovery
There is substantial evidence that rape and sexual assault against women are major problems in the United States and are highly likely to cause PTSD. Unfortunately, less research exists about the extent to which sexual assault impacts men. Sexual abuse more commonly occurs in boys under the age of 18 than it does in adult …
Sexual assault is one of the most common causes of trauma and PTSD among women. While PTSD is often associated with combat veterans, in reality, around 50% of PTSD cases in the US are developed in the aftermath of sexual or physical violence. Trauma Symptoms All survivors of sexual violence react differently, some with …
If you struggled with mental health before the quarantine, it’s likely the current pandemic has not made those issues better. Many people are struggling with mental health and trauma issues more than ever because of COVID-19. Most people experience generalized anxiety, but some are experiencing worsened trauma symptoms, are being traumatized from isolation, or from …
Holidays can be a bittersweet time for anyone with PTSD. While you may want to celebrate the holiday with your friends and family, often fireworks can trigger flashbacks and can prevent you from being able to relax and enjoy yourself. On top of that, we are dealing with many other stressors on Independence Day. 4th …
The PTSD Symptom Checklist (PCL-5) is a symptom checking tool that assesses the 20 DSM-5 symptoms of PTSD. While this assessment does not provide a diagnosis for PTSD, it does help you to monitor how your symptoms change over time.
Trauma is a common occurrence We often associate trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with military and combat veterans. In reality, 70% of adults in the United States have experienced a traumatic event at least once in their lives. Trauma can occur after experiencing a single life-threatening event, such as an accident or a natural …
Celebrating Pride We are nearly at the end of June, LGBTQ Pride Month. Pride is a celebration of positive acceptance, both of oneself and others, regardless of gender identification and sexual orientation. The celebration of pride includes promoting self-affirmation, advocating for equal rights, and encouraging society to actively prevent discrimination and violence. While this movement …
Can racism cause PTSD? In short, yes. When traumatization is due to experiences of racism, it is sometimes called racial trauma. Those who experience racial trauma may go on to develop PTSD, but many will experience trauma symptoms without receiving an official diagnosis. There are many similarities between racial trauma and PTSD, including hypervigilance, flashbacks, …
What causes trauma? Trauma is caused by experiencing an intense, emotional event. June is PTSD Awareness Month and it could not be a better time to spread awareness about Trauma and PTSD. Understanding the cause for trauma can be the first step in identifying whether or not you have PTSD. The current political climate is chaotic, Black Lives …
May is Mental Health Awareness Month which comes at a very timely moment. With the Great Lockdown every stressor is being amplified. In the best case scenario, you are someone who still has a job and a stable income, a big enough home to shelter-in-place somewhat comfortably, and loved ones around you. But even in …
