Complex Trauma
Complex trauma and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) are often underrecognized but becoming more important to grasp than ever before, given the chaotic and unpredictable world we live in.
An estimated 70% of U.S. adults have experienced at least one traumatic event (Sidran Institute), but many have experienced multiple traumatic events that continue to impact them today. This can manifest itself in symptoms that are somewhat different from those we typically associate with classic PTSD.
In addition to the classic symptoms of PTSD, C-PTSD can result in feeling distrustful toward the world or like nobody can understand your life experiences, experiencing strong emotions that are difficult to control, and having dissociative symptoms like depersonalization and derealization.
While C-PTSD is not an official diagnosis in the DSM-V (the manual therapists use to diagnose mental health disorders), it's becoming increasingly more recognized as a valid condition by professionals in the field.
If you have experienced multiple traumatic events and can relate to these symptoms, Life by Design Therapy can help you start to feel like yourself again. Contact us today for a free consultation to learn more about our trauma-informed practice.
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