Trauma takes many forms, and even if your body heals after a catastrophic event, your mind is not as capable of knitting itself back together without assistance and support. Whether it's a personal loss, an accident, or any distressing incident, the impact lingers, and the fallout can be unpredictable. With that in mind, it’s worth considering how to make your journey to recovery as much about mental health – so here’s how to go about this.
Understanding the symptoms of trauma is the key to beginning a successful recovery, as post-traumatic stress can manifest in various ways, with each affecting individuals differently. Here’s what you might notice:
The National Center for PTSD indicates that about 7-8% of people will experience PTSD at some point in their lives – with 13 million of us undergoing this in any given year. This underscores the importance of recognizing these signs early on to prevent long-term psychological effects.
Self-care leads the way on the journey towards mental wellness after experiencing trauma. It’s about creating a personal toolkit that fosters healing and helps maintain everyday functioning. Here are some effective self-care strategies:
Interestingly, according to a study from researchers at UNSW, individuals who engaged in aerobic physical activities post-trauma were able to reduce the trauma-related symptoms of PTSD.
While this is just one insight, it indicates that small acts of self-care can make a big difference to the life of those staring down the barrel of a long recovery period.
There comes a moment in the healing process where self-care and support from loved ones might not be sufficient. This is when the right professional mental health services become invaluable. Understanding when to seek help and what to expect can demystify the process and encourage timely intervention.
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Over 55 million people underwent some form of mental health program, or participated in at least one counseling session, in 2022 – and yet it’s still something which has a stigma attached to it, in spite of the benefits it offers.
Don’t face the post-trauma struggle alone, but instead seek professional help for the good of both yourself and your loved ones.
A combination of your own planning, the assistance of the people in your life, and the support of professionals in both mental health and legal spheres, will ensure that trauma doesn’t discombobulate your psyche irreparably – so knowing when to take action and following through on it is what’s ultimately required here.
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