Reimagining Trauma Support & Recovery
How trauma affects a survivor depends on a multitude of factors, one of which being the type of traumatic event(s). Although people with PTSD generally experience similar symptoms – flashbacks,
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a complex condition that impacts a diversity of trauma survivors in a wide range of ways. Just as no two people’s experiences are the same, no
For many survivors, trauma recovery brings a wide range of intense feelings. There are moments of immense healing that give you hope for a better future, and there are moments
Childhood trauma is more common than you may think. In fact, more than two thirds of children in the United States have reported at least one traumatic event by age
Coming out as LGBTQ+ can oftentimes trigger an onset of emotions. For many, opening up about one’s sexual orientation and/or gender identity can bring feelings of relief, freedom and celebration.
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a commonality in active duty servicemen and veterans in the United States. In fact, about 500,000 U.S. troops who have served in the Iraq and Afghanistan
Most survivors of sexual assault disclose their assault to at least one other person. On average, there are 433,648 victims (age 12 or older) of rape and sexual assault each
As the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 lockdown passes, people continue to experience grief in more ways than one. The death of loved ones, stress from sudden job loss and
Grounding exercises are practices that can help you manage your trauma symptoms when they occur. These strategies are useful way to ground yourself to the present moment, especially when you
Black History Month is a celebration of Black people and Black people’s achievements, and a time for recognizing Black people’s central role in the history of the United States. During
Dr. David Yusko is a nationally recognized expert in Prolonged Exposure therapy (PE) for PTSD. Dr. Yusko is also an expert in anxiety disorders with particular expertise in obsessive-compulsive disorder
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