Triggers vs “Triggered”: Trauma Triggers and Modern Language Shifts
It’s normal to feel upset, anxious, or extremely uncomfortable when we encounter difficult content. Having a strong reaction to information that is generally considered troubling …
Trauma
The impacts of trauma are far-reaching and, when not properly responded to, potentially devastating. As a therapist who graduated from a trauma-focused training program and a trauma survivor myself, many of my illustrated mental health resources address the topic of trauma either directly or indirectly.
Trauma, according to a landmark CDC and Kaiser Health study, is a public health crisis that has far-reaching impacts on health, longevity, quality of life, and even criminal justice.
Below, you will find some of the mental health illustrations and teaching resources that I have created on the topics of trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, childhood trauma, posttraumatic growth, and resiliency.
Trauma Recovery Avocado Model
Trauma and trauma recovery look different for everyone, but generally, there’s a deep, hardened core and a bunch of squishy stuff, all held together by …
Mindfulness Card Deck for Trauma-Sensitive Grounding Activities
Perfect for parents, teachers, and those in the mental health field, this simple card game is designed to be a fun and engaging way to …
Disclosing Trauma in New Relationships 101
In a culture where “vulnerability” can sometimes feel like relational currency, it’s easy to fall into a trap of disclosing trauma stories before a new …
Normal Trauma Response vs PTSD: Interpreting the Research
When brains experience trauma, they struggle to cope with it. It’s normal – and part of the healing process – to have flashbacks, nightmares, or …
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