What to Do After a Traumatic Event: Advice from a Psychologist

#TraumaRecovery #MentalHealthSupport #PsychologistAdvice What should you do after experiencing a traumatic event? In this episode, Clinical Psychologist Dr. Marianne Trent breaks down key psychological advice for understanding and managing trauma. Learn what trauma is, how it affects the brain and body, and the steps you can take to start feeling safe again. This episode is ideal for those supporting others through trauma, those on their own healing journey, or aspiring psychologists keen to deepen their understanding of trauma-informed care.

Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
00:59 - What counts as trauma?
01:46 - Trauma responses in the brain
02:57 - The window of tolerance
04:44 - Signs you might be traumatised
05:48 - Why we can't always talk about trauma right away
06:32 - Fight, flight, freeze and fawn
07:48 - It's okay not to be okay
08:26 - Feeling safe is key
09:29 - How trauma can affect everyday life
10:13 - Finding support and trauma-informed care
11:45 - Final thoughts & resources

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