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Trigger Warning: Trauma

Traumatic events come in many forms and are experienced in unique ways by different individuals. Thus, there is no right or wrong way to experience a traumatic event.

That is also why being trauma-informed can make a big difference when trying to help someone who is dealing with trauma.

Remember that the intense emotional and physical response you might experience after a traumatic event will usually lessen with time. But if you feel like things are not getting better, or are getting worse as time goes by, don’t hesitate to reach out to a mental health professional. They can help you.

Big thanks to CAMH: The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (@camhnews) for collaborating on this post

 

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