Research on trauma and its effects on the body has been a topic of interest in fields such as psychology, neuroscience, and medicine.Stress Response: Traumatic events trigger the body’s stress response system, leading to the release of stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. These hormones prepare the body for a “fight or flight” response, increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and alertness.Neurobiological Changes: Trauma can cause significant changes in the brain’s structure and funct

“Trauma blocks love, love heals trauma.” - Frank Anderson, MD The problem with coping mechanisms rooted in trauma (like addiction) is they’re entirely fear-based. All they do is avoid. They avoid the irritably, and the overwhelm, they help get rid of the fatigue, the stress, the guilt, the pain. The thing that heals is not getting away from the things in life that undermine our happiness, peace, or joy. It’s actually MOVING TOWARD what’s meaningful in our lives. There’s an old story of a king wh

Unraveling PTSD: How Trauma Rewires the Brain and Strategies for Healing and Resilience Therapy and Counseling: Seeking therapy or counseling, such as trauma-focused therapy or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), can help process traumatic experiences, develop coping mechanisms, and promote healing. Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Practices like mindfulness meditation, deep breathing exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation can help regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and prom