The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk can be incredibly enlightening. This book provides valuable insights into how trauma reshapes the body and mind, and it offers practical steps for overcoming emotional distress.A person suffering from emotional trauma may go to great lengths to avoid reminders of the trauma.
This can include avoiding certain places, people, activities, and even thoughts or conversations that might trigger memories of the trauma.
While avoidance can temporarily reduce discomfort, it can also reinforce fears and prevent healing from the trauma.Emotional trauma can lead to noticeable changes in a person’s mood and thought patterns.
This might include persistent feelings of sadness, anger, or numbness. Traumatized individuals might also develop negative thoughts about themselves or the world around them, feeling hopeless, helpless, or having diminished interest in previously enjoyed activities.