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Is processing trauma only about talking of the past? No, it's more than that

When we carry a lot of unaddressed trauma within us, it can be difficult for us to open up or be vulnerable. People often believe that processing unaddressed trauma involves being able to talk of the past. However – it is a lot more than that. Therapist Lauren Baird shared a few tips.

Published on Sept 04, 2024 05:31 pm IST

Trauma of dysfunctional homes: 5 signs that you grew up invalidated

Trauma can often show up in the body as physical symptoms. "Trauma isn't only a person's emotional and psychological reaction to an intense or overwhelming event; it can be felt physically too. Your survival response is a complex reaction that involves several brain regions and chemicals. It's triggered by any situation that threatens your safety or well-being, whether it's an intense emotional experience or a stressful event," wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou. Here are a few ways by which trauma may show up in the body.

Published on Aug 27, 2024 06:15 pm IST

Is your brain on trauma? Therapist shares 5 signs

When we carry unaddressed trauma for a long time, it starts to affect the way we think, behave and respond. The brain also gets into the effect of the trauma and impacts the thoughts and perspectives. Therapist Linda Meredith shared a few signs that we should look out for, when our brain is in trauma.

Published on Aug 23, 2024 04:53 pm IST

Bizarre symptoms that are actually unprocessed trauma: Therapist explains

Abandonment wound gives us the fear of abandonment and makes us feel separation anxiety – this happens from the trauma of being abandoned as a child.

Published on Jul 17, 2024 05:10 pm IST

Do you react intensely to criticism? Here's how its connected to trauma

Criticism can be interpreted by the brain as a threat – thereby activating the fight or flight response. This further leads to extreme emotions such as shame, guilt and anxiety.

Published on Jul 17, 2024 02:57 pm IST

Sarcasm to hypervigilance; are you aware of these signs of trauma?

Often the behavioural and lifestyle patterns develop based on the trauma that we have been exposed to since an early age. More so than ever, it can be difficult to distinguish the signs of trauma from normal behaviour. Psychologist Caroline Middelsdorf shared a few signs of trauma which may not even look like signs of trauma, but they seep into our behavioural patterns and become a part of our daily life.

Published on Jul 01, 2024 04:42 pm IST

What is scapegoating? How can it impact us?

The dysregulated nervous system gets stuck in the fight or flight or freeze or fawn mode – this further triggers the stress hormones and makes it difficult for children to focus on their studies or engage in relationships outside their family.

Published on Jun 19, 2024 07:00 pm IST

Is your nervous system out of balance? Signs to be aware of

Trauma can often show up in the body as physical symptoms. "Trauma isn't only a person's emotional and psychological reaction to an intense or overwhelming event; it can be felt physically too. Your survival response is a complex reaction that involves several brain regions and chemicals. It's triggered by any situation that threatens your safety or well-being, whether it's an intense emotional experience or a stressful event," wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou. Here are a few ways by which trauma may show up in the body.

Published on Jun 02, 2024 06:15 pm IST

Effects of growing up in a home full of arguments and tension; therapist shares

Being brought up in a home full of tension makes us sacrifice our own emotions and needs and instead prioritise the happiness of others to maintain peace at home.

Published on May 31, 2024 06:03 pm IST

Hidden rules of dysfunctional family dynamics: 5 toxic principles

When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we learn to abide by certain principles that hold us from having positive personal growth and development. In dysfunctional family dynamics, there are certain hidden rules that come across generations and can traumatise people. Therapist Linda Meredith shared a few toxic principles of dysfunctional family dynamics that we should be aware of.

Published on May 17, 2024 07:00 pm IST

The cost of over-identifying with your mental health issues: Therapist explains

Fear of abandonment from childhood can have traumatising impact on our adult relationships as well. We learn to internalise that fear and it shows up in our behavioural patterns. "Abandonment wounds run deep, often shaping our self-esteem in profound ways. ⁣From internalising rejection to fearing intimacy, the impact is real," wrote Therapist Allyson Kellum-Aguirre.

Published on May 08, 2024 07:00 pm IST

What is Developmental Trauma Disorder? Key indicators to be aware of

Developmental Trauma Disorder refers to a child's prolonged exposure to trauma in the early years that can have a significant impact on their physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing. "Developmental Trauma Disorder refers to the profound and varied impact of chronic, repetitive trauma experienced during critical developmental stages of childhood. It encompasses emotional, cognitive, and physiological disruptions that significantly affect an individual's life," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith. Here are some of the key indicators of Developmental Trauma Disorder.

Published on May 02, 2024 06:15 pm IST

Somatic symptoms of freeze response: Here's what you need to know

Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental condition that happens when we are exposed to traumatic events repeatedly or for a prolonged period of time. "In addition to commonly discussed symptoms like flashbacks, hypervigilance, and difficulty in forming trusting relationships, there are lesser-known manifestations. Individuals with CPTSD might experience a persistent feeling of being fundamentally different from others, along with episodes of depersonalisation and derealisation, where they feel disconnected from themselves or their surroundings," wrote Therapist Maythal Eshaghian.

Published on Apr 27, 2024 06:21 pm IST

Childhood trauma and triggers: 5 types of people we should stay away from

We feel empathy for the ones who hurt us. We have emotional maturity gaps and are unable to resolve childhood trauma.

Published on Apr 25, 2024 05:00 pm IST

Can therapy change the way we store traumatic memories?

When trauma and triggers start to affect us mentally, physically and emotionally to the point that we find it difficult to handle our emotions, it is advised to go for therapy. "Therapy can provide a holistic approach to addressing trauma symptoms, promoting healing and resilience," wrote Therapist Andrea Evgeniou as she painted a picture about how therapy helps in addressing trauma.

Published on Mar 26, 2024 04:16 pm IST

What is a rejection wound? 5 ways to recognise it

A rejection is wound is the trauma of a past experience. Rejection wounds often mask new pain and trauma, making it difficult to separate between the past and the present experiences. This further makes healing more challenging. "For those with C-PTSD, recognizing a rejection wound can be particularly challenging. The intricate layers of past trauma often mask the pain of new or ongoing rejection, making it hard to identify and heal," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith.

Published on Mar 19, 2024 01:51 pm IST

What is functional freeze mode? Signs to be aware of

Due to trauma or anxiety, or too much stress, a person may feel temporary immobilisation. This is known as functional freeze mode. "It’s when you seem okay on the outside, but inside, you feel stuck or limited, often due to prolonged stress," wrote Therapist Maythal Eshaghian. here's what functional freeze mode looks like.

Published on Jan 26, 2024 04:09 pm IST

The effects of trauma from growing up too fast

When we are brought up in homes where we didn't receive the amount of love and affection that we needed as a child, we learn to grow up fast and try to become the parents we never had. Being brought up by emotionally immature caregivers can be extremely taxing for our mental health and affect the adult relationships we become a part of. "Navigating through life after experiencing developmental trauma often means having had to grow up too fast. This can leave deep emotional imprints and unique challenges in adulthood," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith.

Updated on Jan 18, 2024 03:50 pm IST

What is parentification trauma? How to heal?

When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we often take up the role of the parent at an early age. This often happens when our parents are emotionally immature. Hence, we learn to take care of the house, manage conflicts and keep peace very early in life. However, this also affects the adult relationships we get into later in life. Psychologist Caroline Middelsdorf addressed parentification trauma and how we can heal ourselves.

Published on Jan 09, 2024 03:09 pm IST

How can we break cycles of generational dysfunction? Therapist shares tips

Generational dysfunction is passed on to our children. However, breaking this vicious cycle and stopping it from getting into the family can be a little challenging. "Remember that breaking cycles and shifting traditions take time and effort, but it is worth it for your peace of mind and the next generation within your family unit. Start now by changing harmful traditions into opportunities for growth," wrote Therapist Minaa B. here are a few tips.

Published on Jan 07, 2024 06:00 am IST

What trauma in the body looks like? Therapist explains

Trauma can show up in the body. It is important to identify the early signs of trauma in the body. "Understanding the signs your body might show when dealing with trauma is an important step toward healing. These points represent various physical and emotional indicators commonly associated with trauma in the body - remember it shows up for each of us differently," wrote Therapist Lalitaa Suglani.

Published on Jan 02, 2024 06:00 pm IST

Things that can trigger highly sensitive people: Therapist explains

For highly sensitive people, even minor things can act as major triggers. While we may not understand how it affects them, the truth is, it does. "Identifying your triggers and realising that your sensitive mind will always feel more deeply and process a bit differently than others is a huge step toward understanding your overwhelming experiences," wrote Therapist Lalitaa Suglani.

Published on Dec 27, 2023 09:38 pm IST

Warning signs that things are starting to feel bad

We all have distinct symptoms by which we know that something does not feel right. For some people, it can be severe loneliness and a sense of deep sadness, while for some people it can be the sense of irritation. "We all have different behaviours that will indicate to us that something is not right or that we don’t feel good within ourselves. When we offer ourselves the space to reflect on these behaviours we can step in to manage the behaviours before it gets to a crisis or we are burnt-out," wrote Therapist Lalitaa Suglani. Here are a few signs that things are starting to feel bad.

Published on Dec 07, 2023 06:00 am IST

What can cause a burnout? Psychologist explains

Burnout is the state when a person faces complete exhaustion. Be it physical, emotional or mental, burnout happens when a person is exposed to prolonged stress. "These are the six triggers: work overload, lack of control, insufficient rewards, absence of fairness, lack of community and conflicting values," wrote Psychologist Alf Lokkertsen.

Published on Dec 04, 2023 05:00 pm IST

Complex PTSD: Alternative strategies and activities to promote healing

Complex PTSD or Complex post-traumatic stress disorder is a condition when a person experiences the symptoms of PTSD with additional symptom. " Mindfulness is often promoted as a key strategy in healing from trauma, especially Complex PTSD. But we understand that traditional mindfulness exercises may not always resonate with everyone, particularly those who've experienced chronic trauma," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith. Here are a few alternative strategies to promote healing.

Published on Dec 02, 2023 05:03 pm IST

Complex PTSD recovery: Tips you need to know

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder or Complex PTSD is a disorder where a person experiences the symptoms of PTSD along with other complexities. In order to heal from Complex PTSD, self-awareness, therapy and mindfulness are important. "Choosing to focus on and implement even just one of these tips can make a significant difference. Whether it's practicing mindfulness, setting boundaries, or engaging in self-care, each action is a step towards empowerment and recovery," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith. Here are a few tips to know about Complex PTSD recovery.

Published on Nov 28, 2023 03:28 pm IST

Five ways to self-regulate during holiday events

The holiday season is almost here. With the chill in the air and the festivities nearing, it is one of the most awaited times of the year. However, being around a lot of people, family members and relatives can sometimes make us feel overwhelmed and frustrated. "No matter the case, if you’re gathering with family or friends and find yourself feeling anxious, irritated, overwhelmed or even a little sad, you may find some comfort in self-regulating tools," wrote Therapist Alexis Florentina Borja. Here are a few ways to self-regulate during the holiday season.

Published on Nov 25, 2023 06:00 am IST

5 ways your emotionally immature parent triggers your fight or flight system

The festival time may not be a happy one for everyone. Especially when we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we run the fear of being traumatised by our parents in front of our relatives and loved ones. "Your nervous system is literally gearing you up for battle... This is not about needing to be stronger, Beloved! This is about finding an internal calm within, even when the storm is raging around you," wrote Therapist Morgan Pommells. Here are a few ways by which our emotionally immature parents may trigger our fight or flight system.

Published on Nov 22, 2023 03:39 pm IST

Key signs of childhood emotional neglect

Childhood emotional neglect has a deep impact on people and their adult relationships as well. When we are brought up around parents and caregivers with less or no affection for us, we tend to carry that trauma in the later stages of our lives as well. "The absence of emotional support during childhood can be just as harmful and long-lasting as other traumatic experiences. However, because it's not easy to pinpoint when and where the emotional wounds occurred, it can be challenging to recognise and overcome them.⁣⁣," wrote Therapist Emmylou Antonieth Seaman.

Published on Nov 12, 2023 06:40 pm IST

Why is your nervous system nervous? Psychologist sheds light

Often, we store so much trauma in the body, that we feel nervous all the time. "This is what our nervous systems are built for. Helping us navigate threats. The difficulty is when we feel powerless by our location, means or capacity. And then we get stuck in loops fighting against our own thoughts, being propelled reactively by feelings, not allowing ourselves respite or completely withdrawing," wrote Psychologist Sula Windgassen. Here are a few reasons why the nervous system feels nervous.

Published on Nov 02, 2023 04:57 pm IST

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