Unresolved traumatic experiences are among the leading causes of alcohol and drug abuse. Traumatic experiences can have a prolonged effect on the mind of an individual, especially when the experiences are not addressed appropriately. It is quite common for a person with PTSD or another form of trauma to experience intense flashbacks that could likely lead…
Stress is part of everyday life. Over time, you try to build coping skills, but sometimes circumstances become too hard. It might be because of emotional pain tied to a specific event — something so enormous that it turns your life upside down. When this happens, consider trauma therapy. But what is trauma therapy? Trauma…
Researchers and clinical practitioners have long understood the interplay between trauma, anger, and addiction. In many cases, trauma and anger operate as the root causes of why someone develops an addiction. Remediating someone’s experiences with trauma and anger may be the key to productive recovery. People with childhood trauma are at higher risk of developing…
Emotional and psychological trauma can be caused in various ways, and trauma can impact people far after trauma occurs. It can result from a one-time event like an accident or due to ongoing, overwhelming stress. A clear example in that regard is the kind of stress faced in certain professions, such as the military or…
For those who are battling post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), every day can seem like a struggle. June is PTSD Awareness Month. It’s a time to work to remove the stigma of getting help for past trauma. It’s also one of the best times to focus on your own personal healing. If you are battling any…
Unraveling the mysteries of our psyche is never easy. Deep-seated emotions hide within us and drive our behaviors, without us even realizing it. This is a phenomenon that plays out in the connection between childhood trauma and addiction Studies suggest that childhood traumas play a statistically significant role in the nation’s problems with substance abuse.…