Part 2: Understanding SymptomsUnderstanding the differences between CPTSD & PTSD Part 1 discussed different types of responses to traumatic stress and the major differences between how PTSD and CPTSD are formed. Part 2 will focus on differences in symptoms. It is recommended that you check out Part 1 before proceeding. *Disclaimer: This blog is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to treat or diagnose. Reading this blog does not create a therapist/client relat
CPTSD can trigger emotional dysregulation; you may lash out, feel overwhelmed, or panic under stress. Here are tips to help you return to a calm state quickly.
Attachment, Developmental Trauma and ACEs What is Attachment? Attachment refers to the emotional bond that we share with others. It “may be defined as an affectional tie that one person or animal forms between himself and another specific one – a tie that binds them together in space and endures over time” (p. 50, Ainsworth…
The research demonstrates that trauma often paves the way for a person to use substances or compulsive behaviours as a way of self-medicating. Learn more about the link between trauma and addiction disorders.
Attachment, Developmental Trauma and ACEs What is Attachment? Attachment refers to the emotional bond that we share with others. It “may be defined as an affectional tie that one person or animal forms between himself and another specific one – a tie that binds them together in space and endures over time” (p. 50, Ainsworth…
Thanks to the Community & Family Services Division at the Spokane (WA) Regional Health District for putting together this handout for parents. I found out about it when while doing a story about the trauma-in formed elementary schools in Spokane, WA . Public health nurse Melissa Charbonneau mentioned that she'd been giving this to parents while working in neighborhoods near Whitman Elementary School in Spokane. We've updated it.
Relationships with supportive, caring adults as early in life as possible, can prevent or reverse the damaging effects of toxic stress. Infographic via @7030Campaign #ChildhoodTrauma #ToxicStress #TraumaInformed #ACEs
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study found a strong correlation between ACEs and negative health outcomes in adulthood.
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The research demonstrates that trauma often paves the way for a person to use substances or compulsive behaviours as a way of self-medicating. Learn more about the link between trauma and addiction disorders.
1 page chronic illness fact sheet summarizing role of trauma, for ACEs (adverse childhood experiences), ABEs and more. References.
The summer break is upon us and right now parents and teachers are taking a much-deserved deep breath before jumping into the new school year. One of the programs Echo provides each summer is the salary point Trauma-Informed Compassionate Classrooms training to help educators meet their professional development requirements and to give them the space to think about the classroom environment they would optimally like to create while not yet inundated with the day-to- day demands of the school...
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study found a strong correlation between ACEs and negative health outcomes in adulthood.
I am aware I have huge trust issues. I don’t consider people ‘bad’ if I don’t trust them. I just need to protect myself. With good reason. I’m aware I also do give peo…
Comprehensive professional development for all staff roles, including videos and job-specific tools, to successfully implement trauma-informed practices in your district's schools.
Your ACE score does not set your future in stone, any more than your DNA does.
