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A Quick Overview

Trauma is very common in today's day and age. In fact, according to a study by the National Center for Post Traumatic Research Disorder, at least 7 out of every 100 people is said to have experienced PTSD at some point in their lives. Another study was conducted, which mentions that 70% of Americans experience some form of trauma at least once in their lifetime.

This condition can be defined as the body's natural response to a negative event. The response to this traumatic event gets so overwhelming that it becomes extremely difficult for you to comprehend, process, or move on from it.

An important point to note here is that this ailment is always linked to a traumatic event. It can be due to a prolonged illness, physical injuries, sexual violation, physical violence, the death of a loved one, or any event that's left you devastated.

Signs & Symptoms of Traumatic Experiences

Your symptoms can manifest in various forms. It can range from mild to severe. The severity depends on many factors like the behavior and personality type of the person suffering, the presence of other mental health disorders, their life history and experiences, the way they handle their emotions, etc.

Hence the signs and symptoms of the traumatic experiences can be classified under these heads. They are:

• Emotional and psychological symptoms – these include the person experiencing the following:
  • Anger
  • Fear
  • Shame
  • Guilt
  • Denial
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Hopelessness
  • Confusion
  • Lack of concentration
  • Sadness
  • Having repeated flashbacks of the traumatic event
  • Having nightmares
• Physical symptoms – Along with the emotional and psychological symptoms, there are also physical symptoms. These include the person experiencing the following:
  • Frequent headaches
  • Fatigue
  • Increased heartbeat
  • Feeling sweaty
  • Digestive issues
  • Hyperarousal
  • Developing other mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, etc.

Major Causes

As mentioned above, this condition often occurs as a result of a particular traumatic event. These events leave a person with a lasting disturbing memory that adversely impacts the mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing of the person suffering.

Here're a few major causes:

• Being subjected to domestic violence
• Being subjected to sexual abuse
• Having experienced natural disasters
• Having experienced the death of a loved one
• Suffering from prolonged illness and injury
• Having witnessed a violent act
• Having experienced any natural disaster

How to Cope & Start the Path to Recovery?

Dealing with trauma can be a bit overwhelming, but there is a lot you can do that can help you recover from it. Here're a few positive steps you can take that can help you set up on the road to recovery:

• Pay attention to your body – the pain can cause you to take your body for granted. You might miss out on taking care of your body. But don't make that mistake because it will only make matters worse.

  Instead, pay attention to your diet, exercise, and sleep cycle. Make sure you consume healthy, nutritious food and drink plenty of water. Also, make sure you take your medicines on time if you are suffering from any chronic disease like diabetes, hypertension, severe injury, etc.

• Speak your heart out – processing this takes a toll on your mental and emotional health. Hence it's important to blow off some steam by talking your heart out.

  So find someone you can confide in and share your emotions and feelings related to the traumatic event. This will give a sense of relief and make you feel cared for. If you don't have anyone to talk to, you can join support groups where you can find like-minded people in the community.

• Indulge in some positive activity – Though it's easier to get sucked into the negativity when experiencing these feelings, you should make that mistake. Make conscious efforts to do something that leave you with a positive feeling.

  How do you do that? Make sure you participate in volunteering activities. Devote your time to something that gives you a sense of higher purpose. Serving others will make you fixate less on your issue and improve your physical and mental wellbeing.

• Try to get back to your routine – it may seem like the end of the world when you are dealing with these emotions but don't let it fool you. It's just the trauma talking. Skipping your daily routine might seem like a good idea but don't make that mistake. Instead, try to get back to your routine as soon as possible. This can lead to a sense of accomplishment in you.

Benefits of Talking to a Counsellor

Talking to a therapist can have a lot of benefits in your life. Some of the major ones are:

• It enables you to face past issues without being stuck on them
• It helps eliminate/reduce your symptoms
• It makes you more mindful
• It helps you become more aware of your hereditary trauma
• It helps you overcome addictions related to your problems
• It provides you with a strategy to cope and eventually helps prevent relapse

Find Help From a Therapist Who’s Right For You

Finding the right therapist is vital when dealing with this condition. The right therapist is the one with whom you can establish a connection so that it becomes easy for you to open up about your issues. But this may take some time. You need to give at least 3 to 4 sessions with a therapist to build that sort of connection and trust.

If you are unable to connect with them for 3-4 sessions, you can definitely switch to another therapist. You can find the list of various therapists on our website. You can easily pick and choose from the various specialists with different qualities like being a good listener, empathetic, caring, and helpful.

Schedule a Virtual Counselling Appointment Today

If you have been suffering from the effects of the traumatic event and it's not getting any better, it might be time for you to consider getting help from a trusted therapist. We at DocVita have various specialists from different fields that can help you manage and cope with your stress better. All you have to do is hop on to DocVita's book a therapist page and schedule your session.