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Chronic Pain and Childhood Trauma

By Laura Kiesel — 2018

Recently a journalist colleague of mine put out a call for quotes from those who suffer from severe premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysmorphic disorder (more commonly known as PMS and PMDD, respectively) who also suffered a history of childhood abuse.

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How Does Trauma Affect LGBTQIA+ Communities?

Research shows that people in LGBTQIA+ communities experience trauma at higher rates than straight, cisgender people. “The effects of trauma can be seen in higher rates of suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts, and self-injurious behavior.

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Helping Children of Color Heal from Collective Trauma

At the individual level, the psychological effects of trauma can be acute or long term, depending on a person’s experience and access to care. But at the community level, a complex and collective experience of trauma can lead to irreparable harm that lasts for generations.

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Understanding Child Trauma

Recognize the signs of child traumatic stress with the informative infographic developed by SAMHSA’s National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative (NCSTI).

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National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative
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How Trauma Affects Kids in School

Ongoing exposure to neglect, abuse, homelessness or violence causes learning and behavior problems in children. Signs of trauma and tips for helping kids who've been traumatized.

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The Long Shadow

If the threats we encounter are extreme, persistent, or frequent, we become too sensitized, overreacting to minor challenges and sometimes experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD.

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Jeanne Supin
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The Second Assault

Victims of childhood sexual abuse are far more likely to become obese adults. New research shows that early trauma is so damaging that it can disrupt a person’s entire psychology and metabolism.

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Olga Khazan
2015
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‘It Never Stops Shaping You’: The Legacy of Child Sexual Abuse – And How to Survive It

Child sexual abuse is frighteningly common and hugely damaging. But a new project is collecting survivors’ stories – and revealing what is needed to heal

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Gabby Hinsliff
2018
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Adoption-Related Trauma and Moral Injury

Even the most loving, caring adoption begins with separation and loss.

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Mirah Riben
2016
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How to Heal Your Inner Child

Healing your inner child will help you overcome your deepest blocks, unlock your ability to show up as your best self, and create the life you want.

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Jack Canfield
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Chronic Pain Relief: How Your Brain Processes Pain and How Yoga and Movement Can Help

If you have a history of trauma or chronic pain, you may need to relearn the art of listening to your body in a safe and slow manner.

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Arielle Schwartz
2020
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