|
Kaytee GillisPsychology Today |
A quick exercise for coping while having your trauma history denied.
Digging deeper into experiences of misogyny among women and marginalized groups.
Fears of abandonment, shame, and chaotic relationships are common in survivors.
Having an insecure attachment can increase risk of victimization
Finding meaning helps us take a more active role in our healing journey.
When an abusive person passes, their victims can feel denied and invalidated.
Finding ways to release anger is important for health.
Isolation, substance use, and stress heighten the danger of IPV during holidays.
Anxiously attached folks may be more likely to fear being unattached.
Conditions in rural areas pose added risks to intimate partner violence victims.
Many of us feel homesick for a home we never had.
Research shows that furry family members can help us heal from trauma.
Ageism leads to a fixation on youth and beauty, especially for women.
The limitations of protection orders in cases of intimate partner violence.
Is your trauma starting to heal? Here are some signs to look for.
Understanding the role of self-blame for survivors.
When religious faith is used to reinforce or excuse abuse.
The hidden harm of this less talked about form of abuse.
Leaving is the most dangerous time for victims of abuse.
On the importance of honoring yourself in times of stress.
Yes and no. For true answers on family dysfunction, we have to go deeper.
Many victims of IPV refuse to leave abuse if it means abandoning their pets.
Forgiving yourself for what you had to do to cope with traumatic experiences.
Exploring the qualities that help us bounce back from trauma and stress.
7 distinct forms of partner violence that occur in LGBTQ relationships.
Like it or not, AI is transforming healthcare.
This common worry often stems from childhood trauma and invalidation.
A quick exercise to use when self-doubt creeps in.
Some choose never to forgive and that's OK.
Biases and discrimination lead to lack of protection for LGBTQ survivors of IPV.
A common response to experiencing trauma is to seek out or even to avoid sex.
How the misuse of therapy terms contributes to pathology and misinformation.
The lifelong, far-reaching benefits of growing up in a mentally healthy family.
Those with a history of trauma may normalize red flags and ignore bad behaviors.
Decreased desire, inability to orgasm, or identity struggles are common after trauma.
A conversation with Dr. Judith Herman on how to best support trauma survivors.
These findings highlight a critical gap in how to protect victims of IPV.
The impact of trauma on trust and safety can leave many distrusting of those in power.
How to make sure the medical info you get online is helpful and not harmful.
After parentification, self-reflection and healthy boundaries are key.
When children are forced to act in adult roles, there are many possible impacts.
Many survivors engage in self-blame as a form of coping with their experiences.