Childhood Trauma Series Pt. 5 - Exploring The Different Types of Childhood Trauma & How Do They Affect Us? Identifying Your Triggers & Practicing Coping Skills To Overcome Traumatic Stress

The word “trauma” is thrown around a lot these days, and it can be hard to know what “counts” as trauma. Especially when the trauma we experienced was so long ago, when we were children. It’s easy to dismiss our experiences, blame ourselves, or think “it’s not that big of a deal.” Subscribe to the Pod! https://anchor.fm/affirmationsforblackgirls/subscribe In today’s episode, Tyra talks about the different types of childhood trauma, and her experiences with them. She makes sure you know that you’re not alone in what you experienced as a child, and you were NOT overreacting or making too big a deal out of it. From bullying to natural disasters, living through difficult things in childhood has a huge impact on our lives even after the trauma is over. She also defines “Childhood Traumatic Stress”, and offers advice for how you can heal from childhood trauma. Biggest Take Aways: Bullying Natural Disasters Physical Abuse Sexual Abuse Grief and experiencing death Childhood Traumatic Stress can happen to people who have experienced more than one traumatic event. Common signs and symptoms are: Depression Anxiety Attachment issues Changes in mood + behavior This week’s affirmation is: “I acknowledge and accept that healing is possible.” Want to learn more about these topics? Here are the resources I used for this episode: Recovering From Sexual Trauma  What is childhood trauma? Types of Childhood Trauma Understanding Trauma Signs you may have Childhood Trauma Looking into starting therapy? Use Better Help: https://rebrand.ly/6ulm6zk Meditation is a great way to heal. I’ve been using an app called Calm and I think you’d like it, too. Check it out: https://rebrand.ly/21n4tre COMMUNITY CONNECTION FORM: https://forms.gle/m4AD2YaYbGhd8gEv6 Sign Up for our Newsletter! Shop the AFBG Merch!  Ask a Question Send me a message: [email protected] Our P.O Box: TYRA MORRISON P.O. BOX 674 NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91603 Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast to always hear the latest affirmations from your favorite Black Girl! Follow Us on Instagram: Affirmations for Black Girls Insta Follow Us on Twitter: Affirmations for Black Girls Twitter Our Sponsors:* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code AFFIRMATIONS for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy