Trauma and the Brain
by Jen Barry, MSW, LCSW
Trauma and the Brain
by Jen Barry, MSW, LCSW
Welcome to the first of what I hope to be many posts on my new blog: Trauma TALKS. This first post I want to start with the foundation of understanding trauma and how exactly does trauma impact the brain?!?
Those who have experienced trauma tend to have a negative view of the world around them
The traumatized brain is essentially always prepared for danger
Why is this so important to understand? Well as we know, knowledge is power. The more understanding we have about ourselves or others in our lives who have experienced trauma and the confusing and complicated thoughts, feelings and behaviors we observe, the better we can empathize and support. This helps promote the healing process of the brain, as we can heal and change our own brains!
Next I will be posting about signs and symptoms of PTSD to explore the truths and myths…..