Trauma

unhealthy coping mechanisms

How To Avoid Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms For Trauma

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You may have heard the saying, “You can’t control what happens. You can only control how you respond to what happens.” The effectiveness of your response to a challenge or setback can be determined by what type of coping mechanism you choose. If you select unhealthy coping mechanisms, even a small problem can become a catastrophe. What …

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Secondary trauma is a type of trauma.

What Is Secondary Trauma?

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It’s important to understand what secondary trauma means before we dive into the science behind it. Secondary trauma happens because our brains do not know how to process traumatic events. It’s not uncommon for people to feel guilty after witnessing someone else’s trauma. For example, if you see someone being attacked, you might feel angry …

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