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Breaking the vicious circle: toxic relationship and childhood trauma

The trauma bond: When childhood trauma affects couple relationships Introduction Childhood trauma is a common problem affecting millions of people worldwide. Childhood trauma can take many forms, including physical, verbal or emotional abuse, abuse or neglect, or other maltreatment. Unfortunately, the effects of childhood trauma often last into adulthood, especially in the form of toxic […]

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Childhood trauma: the Importance of Self-Care in cPTSD

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop in individuals who have experienced prolonged trauma or abuse, such as childhood neglect or domestic violence. cPTSD can significantly impact an individual’s mental, physical, and emotional well-being, making it challenging to engage in healthy self-care practices. However, self-care is essential to cPTSD

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Mastering Grounding Techniques for cPTSD & Childhood Trauma Recovery

Effective grounding exercises to overcome cPTSD and heal from childhood trauma Grounding techniques are powerful for managing stress, anxiety, and overwhelming emotions. These techniques are designed to help you reconnect with your body, mind, and feelings and return to a calm, centred state. Whether you’re dealing with daily stressors or more significant emotional challenges, grounding

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Childhood trauma: Understanding emotional dysregulation in complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD)

Difficult emotions: understanding emotional dysregulation in complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD). All people who have grown up in abuse and neglect have difficulty expressing their feelings. They easily lose their temper, cry uncontrollably and feel out of control, or they shut down and feel cut off from their feelings. Both patterns are examples of emotional

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