How do survivors cultivate narrative coherence, personal agency, and moral understanding in environments that may continue to pose relational or systemic risks?
Narrative coherence refers to the...
Survivors often experience conflict between their attachment needs and protective avoidance strategies. On one hand, they need to feel safe and secure, but on the other hand, they may have developed...
I will discuss how empathetic partner communication can help improve a woman's sexual confidence. Sexual confidence is an important aspect of overall wellbeing, especially for those who have...
Sexual disappointment is an unpleasant experience that can have lasting effects on one's expectations in future sexual encounters. It is defined as the feeling of frustration, sadness, or...
Sexual script theory has been used to explain how people's sexual and intimate experiences are shaped by social norms and expectations that are transmitted from one generation to another within...
In order to understand how survivors integrate experiences of shame, guilt, and moral conflict into coherent post-trauma narratives, one must consider the role that such emotions play in their...
Trauma is a painful experience that can leave lasting impacts on an individual's physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing. It is often accompanied by feelings of fear, helplessness,...
How to Support Trauma Survivors in Your Household Without Enabling Dependence or Undermining Autonomy
Traumatic experiences can be difficult for anyone, but they're especially challenging when...
Overview of Trauma and Addiction
Trauma is defined as an event or series of events that cause significant physical, emotional, or psychological harm. It can include experiences such as abuse,...
Reconstructing Relational Schemas for Adult Relationships
After experiencing trauma from childhood abuse or neglect, individuals may have difficulty forming healthy romantic relationships as...