#13 How Covid-19 Trauma May Affect You And Your Kids

Whether it’s COVID-19, an accident, assault, crime or a natural disaster we all feel overwhelmed at some point. Although each one of us experiences events like these at some point in our lives, some of us absorb the proverbial shock waves better than others. In a previous episode we talked about vicarious trauma and how, although they may not be directly affected, children can become traumatized when they are repeatedly exposed to horrific images of the event on the news or social media. Adults are not exempt from this and, in similar fashion, may struggle with the emotions connected to second hand experiences. We may experience a wide variety of highly intense, frightening, and perhaps very confusing emotions from these second-hand experiences. Knowing whether or not you have experienced trauma is key is moving towards the healing process. Let’s take some time to dive into what symptoms of trauma might be. And That Was Today’s Trauma Tips Tidbit. Normal Intro Music Fades In and Back Out Now let’s go deeper into trauma knowledge. If you or your child have been moody and withdrawn it could be a sign of trauma. Also watch to see if you or they become frozen with grief and fear at given moments. If you or anyone else is exhibiting these behaviors, always remember that there truly is no “right” or “wrong” way to feel, so don’t try to dictate what you or your child should be thinking or feeling. How we react to a traumatic event can be greatly influenced by the way our parents respond to the event. Understandably, this is a result of the fact that children look to their parents for comfort and reassurance when traumatic events happen. This is one of the many reasons it is so important to take care of our own emotional health and well-being....