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What is Trauma?

Trauma is a very upsetting or disturbing event that is hard for someone to handle. It can happen due to things like getting hurt physically, emotional abuse, natural disasters, accidents, or seeing or going through violence. Trauma can have lasting effects on a person's mental, emotional, and physical health, often causing problems like anxiety, depression, flashbacks, nightmares, and difficulty forming relationships.

What are the Symptoms of Trauma?

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• Flashbacks: Reliving the traumatic event vividly, leading to strong distress and intense emotions.

• Nightmares: Frequent, distressing dreams related to the traumatic event, disrupting sleep.

• Avoidance: Going to great lengths to avoid reminders of the trauma, including people, places, or situations.

• Heightened arousal: Increased anxiety, irritability, jumpiness, or hypervigilance.

• Negative thoughts/feelings: Persistent negative beliefs about oneself, others, or the world, accompanied by guilt, shame, or hopelessness.
   

How to Heal from Trauma?

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Trauma means that the person is having a hard time understanding their mental and emotional state and finding healthier ways to manage their feelings. The person who has gone through a traumatic event should:

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• Accept Support
  People who have been through trauma often isolate themselves, leading to more stress and anxiety. It's important for them to accept support and love from close family and friends. Sharing their feelings can help them feel better and more hopeful about the future.

• Connect to a Trauma-Informed Therapist
  If someone is struggling to understand their emotions and control their feelings, they should consider talking to a trauma-informed therapist. Koott can help them find a skilled and trustworthy therapist who can guide them on how to accept and move forward in life.

• Keep a Journal
  Stress from a traumatic event can impact how we function day-to-day. To manage this, it's important to connect with your feelings, and one of the best ways to do that is by keeping a journal. Journaling helps you spot what triggers your behavior and mental health challenges.

• Prioritize Self-Care
  Prioritizing self-care allows a person to heal and move forward in life. It's important for everyone to focus on both their physical and mental health. Simple activities like taking a shower, reading a book, or exercising can shift attention and help focus on the positive things in life

• Practice Mindfulness
  Trauma leads to stress and anxiety. It affects the ability to complete everyday tasks, which worsens the symptoms. Therefore, practicing mindfulness allows the person to gain control of the present activities and manage stress related to traumatic events.​

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What is Childhood Trauma?

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Childhood trauma involves going through intense stress or hardship as a child, which can affect someone's emotional, physical, and mental health for a long time. This trauma may come from things like abuse, neglect, witnessing violence at home, or experiencing accidents or disasters. Such experiences can interrupt normal development and lead to problems later in life, like mental health issues, relationship struggles, or physical health challenges.

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How to Deal with Childhood Trauma?
 

In India, many teenagers experience trauma from their childhood because of neglect, abuse, or family problems. This trauma can result in low self-worth and mental health issues. A therapist can use a childhood trauma test to find the root cause, and approaches like therapy and self-care can aid in healing.

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1. Understand the Cause of the Behavior
   When adults hide their feelings, it can lead to anxiety and other issues. Therefore, it's important to understand what causes these changes in behavior.

2. Seek Support
   People with traumatic experiences must consult a therapist for professional help and learn relaxation techniques to become calm and make rational decisions.

3. Reclaim Control
   The past controls the present. People with traumatic experiences linger in the past, which causes emotional instability. Therefore, people must practice mindfulness to gain control to ensure a healthier future.
    

How to Get Over a Car Accident Trauma?

Coping with the emotional effects of a car accident can be really tough. Here are some steps to help you overcome the trauma:

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• Acknowledge Feelings:
  Face fears and emotions instead of denying them.

• Share with Others:
  Connect with support groups and share your experience about the accident to help lighten your emotional load.

• Seek help:
  For those experiencing flashbacks or severe distress, professional help from a trauma therapist can be beneficial.

• Stay Positive:
  Practice gratitude and focus on the good things in life to counter negative thoughts.

• Regain Control:
  Consider getting legal advice for compensation and explore relaxation methods to handle anxiety and restore your sense of control.

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Different type of Trauma?

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There are several types of trauma, including:
 

1. Acute Trauma:
   This kind of trauma comes from a single intense or threatening event, like an accident, a natural disaster, or a violent attack.                                                                                                                                                                                                          

2. Chronic Trauma:
   Chronic trauma happens when someone experiences repeated distress over a long time, often feeling helpless or stuck, like in cases of ongoing abuse, neglect, or living through a war.                                                                                               

3. Complex Trauma:
   Complex trauma, also called developmental trauma, means going through many traumatic experiences, usually in childhood, which can deeply impact a person's mental and emotional health for a long time.                                             

4. Emotional Trauma:
   Emotional trauma refers to the psychological impact of distressing events, leading to feelings of fear, sadness, anger, or confusion.
    

5. Physical Trauma:
   Physical trauma refers to injury or harm to the body caused by accidents, violence, or medical treatments.                             

6. Psychological Trauma:
   Psychological trauma includes the emotional, mental, and behavioral impacts of traumatic events and can result in conditions like PTSD, anxiety, depression, and dissociative disorders.

What is Trauma Bonding?

Trauma bonding is when people who have gone through severe or distressing events together form a strong emotional link. This often happens in abusive or controlling relationships, where the victim feels a deep connection with the abuser because of their shared experiences of trauma.
 

How to Recover from a Trauma Bond?

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• Lean on the support of friends and family you trust.

• Know your value and have the bravery to walk away from the abusive relationship.

• Plan a safe exit strategy and avoid blaming yourself for the situation.

• Focus on cultivating positivity in your life.

• Reach out to support groups and therapists to help you through the healing journey.

How to Support Someone Dealing with Trauma?

Supporting someone through trauma can be challenging, but your presence and understanding can make a world of difference. Here are some ways you can support someone who is having a hard time.

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1. Listen empathetically without judgment.

2. Offer reassurance and validation of their feelings.

3. If you need support, don't hesitate to reach out for professional help. At Koott, we offer online counseling with experienced Malayali psychologists who can assist you.

4. Respect their boundaries and choices.

5. Provide practical assistance and emotional support as needed.