A Brief History of Psychological Trauma
Psychological trauma was already recognized by the early Greeks as both a cause and a result of deep mental distress. The English word trauma comes from the ancient Greek word τραῦμα, which simply means “wound.” Even 3,000 years ago, the early pioneers of medicine understood that a traumatized person was, in a fundamental sense, wounded. […]
The Neurobiology of Trauma
The nervous system plays a vital role in regulating both the body and mind. As a central part of the nervous system, the brain is responsible for many complex functions. To make its workings easier to understand, it is helpful to think of the brain as having three main parts: The Neocortex – the “thinking […]
What Is Complex Trauma and How Is It Different from Other Forms of Trauma?
Complex trauma generally refers to traumatic stressors that are interpersonal in nature. These experiences are often premeditated, planned, and caused by other human beings. They typically involve violation, exploitation, or abuse of another person. One-Time vs. Repeated Interpersonal Trauma Some interpersonal abuse, assault, or violence may occur suddenly and without warning. These one-time incidents are […]