Triggers can include sights, sounds, smells, or thoughts that remind you of the traumatic event in some way. Some PTSD triggers are obvious, such as seeing a news report of an assault. Others are...

Oversleeping can be a trauma response, such as post-traumatic hypersomnia, which is a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). People with PTSD may experience hypersomnia, which is when...

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Restlessness can have major consequences, both mentally and physically. Constant stress can make people more susceptible to diseases and disorders, and can lead to poor sleep and daytime...

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Flashbacks are a common way people relive traumatic events. They're not just memories, but intense experiences that make you feel like you're going through the trauma again in the present moment....

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In this episode we'll delve into the world of emotions, specifically focusing on mood swings and their surprising connection to trauma. We'll explore how past experiences can influence our present...

How is guilt and shame related to trauma? The roots run deep. Grab your journal and prepare to learn something new.

The inability to sleep (when it's caused by a trauma reaction can have long lasting effects. In this episode we'll cover what some of the symptoms might be, and toward the end I promise to leave a...

What an EXCITING episode! Hrisanthi and Amanda are quickly approaching one year of friendship AND podcasting together! This episode is all about recapping what we’ve learned over the past year, and...

A trauma-related nightmare is different from normal nightmares in that it is directly linked to a traumatic event or experience. Trauma-related nightmares are often recurring, distressing, and vivid...

A trauma-related nightmare is different from normal nightmares in that it is directly linked to a traumatic event or experience. Trauma-related nightmares are often recurring, distressing, and vivid...

Depression is a common reaction to trauma. It can occur immediately after a traumatic event, or it can develop weeks, months, or even years later. In this episode we're going to explore more about...

One way that trauma can lead to anxiety is by altering the way the brain processes fear. When we experience a traumatic event, our brain's fear center, the amygdala, becomes more sensitive. This...

A panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent unexpected panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that comes on quickly and reaches its peak within...

Heart palpitations are a common trauma response. They occur when your heart beats faster or harder than usual. This can feel like your heart is racing, pounding, or fluttering in your chest. So how...

Hypervigilance is a trauma reaction that is characterized by a heightened state of alertness and awareness. People who are hypervigilant are constantly scanning their surroundings for potential...