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Understanding Trauma: The Silent Storm Within By Phiona Hutton– Trauma Support in Havant & Online Trauma is not just something that happens to us, it’s something that can live  within  us. It weaves itself into the fabric of our nervous system, our mind, and even our body. Whether it stems from childhood experiences, accidents, loss, violence, or neglect, trauma doesn’t always announce itself loudly. Often, it sits quietly, shaping the way we think, feel, and behave until something, sometimes seemingly small, wakes it up. Types of Trauma Trauma can manifest in many forms: Acute Trauma : A single distressing event such as an accident or attack. Chronic Trauma : Repeated and prolonged exposure to distress, like domestic violence or ongoing abuse. Complex Trauma : Often beginning in childhood, this includes multiple and varied traumatic experiences, especially within relationships or caregiving environments. Developmental Trauma : Trauma that affects a child’s development due...

Understanding Triggers. So what exactly is a trigger? A trigger is an external stimulus, whether it's a sight, sound, smell, or situation, that can evoke a strong emotional reaction based on past traumatic experiences. While seemingly trivial to others, these triggers can instantly bring back the pain, fear, or distress associated with prior trauma. Recognising and understanding triggers is crucial for emotional well-being and healing. PTSD  and CPTSD are both trigger related and can a tumultuous way of living. Triggers can be powerful reminders of past traumatic events, often causing intense emotional and physiological reactions as if the event is happening again. The role of memory and the brain.The Amygdala is part of the brain that processes emotions and is critical in the formation and storage of emotional memories. During trauma, the amygdala becomes highly active, creating strong associations between sensory inputs (smells, sounds, visuals) and the traumatic experience. ...