The term "trauma" refers to a highly distressing experience that has psychological impacts which may persist for some time after the event is over. Such experiences can be physical, mental, or social...
Traumatic experiences can lead to an increase in sexual desire or libido, known as posttraumatic growth (PTG). PTG is typically experienced through increased feelings of self-awareness, newfound...
The developmental impact of early separations can be examined through two primary lenses – attachment theory and trauma theory. Attachment theory posits that children develop an internalized sense of...
Sexual coercion is defined as unwanted sexual activity that occurs without explicit consent and can take various forms such as verbal pressure, physical force, threats, and intimate partner violence...
Trauma theory is an important framework for understanding how people experience and process childhood sexual abuse. It provides insight into why individuals may struggle with emotional regulation,...
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...
The study of queer theory and its intersection with philosophy has become increasingly important in understanding the experiences of marginalized groups, particularly those who identify as LGBTQIA+....
What is Trauma-Informed Spirituality?
Trauma-informed spirituality is an emerging field of study that examines how traumatic experiences can impact one's belief system and religious practices. It...
Resilience is often portrayed as an individual attribute that can be developed through personal effort, but it may also result from collective practices that nurture interdependence and shared...
Can Therapy Address Trauma Caused By the Very Culture That Defines Normality?
Most people have experienced some kind of trauma at least once in their life.
Many individuals struggle to overcome...