Have I been traumatized? Do I need help?

Have I been traumatized? How do I know if I need help? 

While starting my private practice, friends often asked me what I am going to specialize in. My idea was putting special focus on treating trauma victims, depressed and anxious clients.  The next question surprised and also confused me alike. Many asked: “What do you mean by trauma? What is that?” Turns out, most of them had no idea what falls under the category of psychological trauma. 

This blog will give an easy explanation of a psychological trauma including possible body responses on the example of a car accident. 

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