Understanding trauma
*Disclaimer: This page & subsequent pages attached are meant to provide education
about trauma and PTSD and an overall basic understanding of trauma. The content of
this page is not meant to replace therapy and is not considered mental health treatment.
If you are in crisis or find yourself needing more support please call the UToledo
Counseling Center at 419-530-2426.
What is Trauma?
Trauma could be the result of a deeply distressing or disturbing event that may overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope. Trauma is a normal human response to an abormal experience. Learn more
Trauma and the Brain
Trauma can cause your brain to remain in a state of hypervigilance (survival mode), suppressing your memory and impulse control and trapping you in a constant state of strong emotional reactivity. Learn more
It is possible to heal from trauma. There are various forms of trauma treatment that
can assist a trauma survivor in regaining coping skills and reduce distressing symptoms.
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What's Next?
"Anything that's human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable/ When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone." -Fred Rogers