https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLvrvTXz2Z4
Want to connect daily with us?Our CPTSD Community Circle Group is one of the places we connect between our Monday night discussion groups. Join us: https:/

https://cptsdfoundation.org/2018/11/15/complex-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-cptsd-and-adverse-childhood-experiences/
CPTSD and PTSD in the DMS-5. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5 th edition (DSM-5), is the bible of the psychiatric world. However, CPTSD is not mentioned because the author's believed it was sufficient to lump it together with other trauma-related disorders including post-traumatic stress disorder.

https://psychcentral.com/ptsd/affect-dysregulation-and-c-ptsd
Childhood trauma can lead to CPTSD, which can arise when you experience an ongoing source of trauma that you feels powerless to escape. ... various therapies can help you move toward healing

https://cptsdfoundation.org/2018/11/23/complex-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-adverse-childhood-experiences-and-the-mental-health-disorders-associated-with-them/
Today, we spent some time together connecting more dots between adverse childhood experiences, complex trauma, and dissociative disorders. Many scholars have studied the connections between DDNOS and CPTSD, and they are in agreement; these two constructs are similar in numerous ways.

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42843-021-00038-1
Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) can result from ongoing and repeated exposure to trauma, particularly in childhood. The trauma is frequently in the form of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse perpetrated by those in a position of trust such as a parent or other relative, teacher, caregiver, or clergyman. Treating those with C-PTSD is centered on the formation of a strong

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(22)00821-2/fulltext
Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (complex PTSD) is a severe mental disorder that emerges in response to traumatic life events. Complex PTSD is characterised by three core post-traumatic symptom clusters, along with chronic and pervasive disturbances in emotion regulation, identity, and relationships. Complex PTSD has been adopted as a new diagnosis in the ICD-11.

https://cptsdfoundation.org/2019/01/27/trauma-informed-care-neuroplasticity-and-mindfulness/
The entire series in January will be focusing on how trauma-informed care can help adults overcome the effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). However, to understand the process of healing, we must first explore what happens to the brains of traumatized children, and how neuroplasticity and mindfulness aid us in healing.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8967251/
However, qualitative (Stadtmann et al., 2018) and quantitative (Karatzias et al., 2018) research suggests that trauma-related beliefs among those with cPTSD are similar to those with PTSD. The present study therefore requires replication to assess the reliability of these findings, to further delineate the mechanism by which DSOs may impact

https://www.amazon.com/Complex-PTSD-Surviving-RECOVERING-CHILDHOOD/dp/1492871842
A Practical Guide to Complex PTSD: Compassionate Strategies to Begin Healing from Childhood Trauma. Arielle Schwartz PhD. ... Other famous CPTSD authors lay out the the different options for CPTSD healing (CBT, DBT, EMDR, Somatic, Internal Family Systems, Inner Child work, etc.), but Pete takes it a step further and tells you exactly where to

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/making-the-whole-beautiful/202202/the-multifaceted-causes-c-ptsd-and-ways-heal
In this article, part two of the series, I explain how and why C-PTSD develops and what it may take to heal and recover. C-PTSD can develop if an individual is repeatedly exposed to traumatic

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9814348/
Trauma characteristics and CPTSD symptom severity. The Screening for Complex PTSD (SkPTBS) was used to assess trauma characteristics and CPTSD severity [9, 18]. This scale was developed as a screening measure to facilitate diagnosis of CPTSD and to initiate appropriate treatment steps.

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/20008066.2023.2272478
ABSTRACT. Background: Due to the short time that complex posttraumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) has been an independent diagnosis, few studies have explored the role that self-esteem might play in the relationship between childhood trauma and CPTSD. Objective: The current study aimed to explore the impact of childhood trauma on CPTSD and the role of self-esteem in this relationship.

https://positivepsychology.com/cptsd-complex-ptsd/
While both result from traumatic experiences, CPTSD is caused by chronic, cumulative trauma that overwhelms an individual's coping mechanisms (Stadtmann et al., 2018). Unlike PTSD, CPTSD manifests with a broader symptom spectrum, extending beyond re-experiencing and arousal symptoms to encompass disruptions in self-organization, including

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mindful-anger/201804/9-steps-healing-childhood-trauma-adult
5. Love it. As part of a mindful approach to healing from trauma, we need to fully accept everything that we feel. Whether it's true to your conscious mind at this moment or not, say, "I love

https://crappychildhoodfairy.com/2020/10/18/dysregulation-disconnection-self-defeating-behaviors-the-heart-of-cptsd/
I call these "the trauma trifecta," a term that describes the three sources of virtually all our CPTSD-related problems — dysregulation, disconnection, and self-defeating behaviors. These three affect every level of our being — our thoughts, emotions, work, relationships, neurology, physiology — basically everything.

https://psychcentral.com/ptsd/effects-and-signs-of-childhood-trauma
The symptoms of PTSD in children are similar to those in adults. Children may particularly experience: acting out the traumatic incident in play. sudden changes in behavior. episodes of intense

https://www.chateaurecovery.com/breaking-the-cycle-of-trauma-how-ptsd-evolves-into-cptsd
The symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety, disrupting your daily life. CPTSD, however, develops from prolonged or repetitive trauma, often occurring in childhood. Unlike PTSD, CPTSD includes additional symptoms such as emotional dysregulation, negative self-perception, and difficulty maintaining relationships.

https://cptsdfoundation.org/2022/07/11/self-compassion-and-childhood-trauma-recovery/
Moderate to severe levels of childhood abuse is associated with a greater fear of self-compassion and psychological inflexibility. Childhood maltreatment survivors often show a marked fear and resistance to self-kindness and warmth. These survivors have become psychologically inflexible, with a strict dominance of psychological reactions over

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/invisible-bruises/202402/the-difference-between-ptsd-and-cptsd
Excerpted, in part, from my book Breaking the Cycle: The 6 Stages of Healing from Childhood Family Trauma. References Giourou E, Skokou M, Andrew SP, Alexopoulou K, Gourzis P, Jelastopulu E. (2018).

https://www.reddit.com/r/CPTSD/comments/8p8j6i/any_books_youd_recommend_to_someone_suffering/
Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is rarely discussed in public forums, even though healthy connection to others is an integral part of healing. This is a peer support community for those who have undergone prolonged trauma and came out the other side alive and kicking, but with wounds that need tending.

https://istss.org/
Healing Trauma Together The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies is dedicated to sharing information about the effects of trauma and the discovery and dissemination of knowledge about policy, program and service initiatives that seek to reduce traumatic stressors and their immediate and long-term consequences.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/survive-anger-and-suicidal-thoughts-with-benoit-kim/id1477432473?i=1000657775934
Learn how to heal and overcome childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, ptsd, cptsd, higher ACE scores, anxiety, depression, and mental health issues and illness. Learn tools that therapists, trauma coaches, mindset leaders, neuroscientists, and researchers use to help people heal and recover from mental health problems.

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/06-triggers-trauma-how-the-nervous-system-responds/id1745134384?i=1000659205199
Impacts of childhood trauma on the brain and perception. Window of tolerance. Reorienting to safety through somatic therapy. 🍉 HELP FAMILIES EVACUATE GAZA Donate to Mohamed, Rozan and their children Donate to Hadeel and her family Need to work with a trauma informed therapist? BOOK IN YOUR 1:1 SESSIONS WITH ME RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR RECOVERY

https://www.ft.com/content/9ab76454-f2d5-44b7-9a7a-0b342cd4ae93
The impact of "adverse childhood experiences" is a major thread of van der Kolk's work, and explains why so many people bear the hallmarks of traumatic stress, from depression to addiction.

https://healingfromcomplextraumaandptsd.wordpress.com/2017/08/10/grieving-abusivetoxic-people-lilly-hope-lucario/
I am using my journey to recovery and healing, to help others, to help survivors feel less alone, validated, encouraged and to enable others to understand themselves more. Complex trauma, particularly from severe, prolonged childhood abuse, is profoundly life changing. Complex trauma produces complex adults. The journey to recovery is a painful

https://cptsdfoundation.org/2023/06/15/healing-childhood-trauma-part-1-acceptance/
CPTSD or complex post-traumatic stress disorder also known as Complex trauma. Complex trauma is caused by a series of repeated abusive experiences in childhood. They can include but are not limited to maltreatment, verbal, emotional, sexual, and physical abuse, and neglect. The child finds themselves living in a situation in which they have

https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/firearm-violence-advisory.pdf
The mental health burden and trauma for those exposed to firearm violence warrants greater attention and action through increased mental health supports and trauma‑informed resources. • Prioritize increased access to affordable, high‑quality mental health care, substance use treatment, and other trauma‑informed resources. Health

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-justice/news/2024/06/funding-to-improve-support-for-victims-of-childhood-sexual-abuse-in-winnipeg.html
The Government of Canada is providing funding so that Heartwood Healing Centre can provide trauma-informed interventions to support victims of childhood sexual abuse. Their programs continue to make a difference in the lives of victims of childhood sexual abuse in Manitoba." Ben Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre

https://cptsdfoundation.org/about/
The Foundation for Post-Traumatic Healing and Complex Trauma Research (CPTSD Foundation) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit providing virtual, daily, interactive support, evidence-based resources, and a thriving, diverse, inclusive, trauma-informed community where safety and healing become more possible every day. Donate to Support.

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/27/arts/design/kara-walker-museums-robotics-san-francisco-art-black-people.html
At SFMOMA, the artist enacts a parable about trauma and healing in Black life — and makes her first foray into robotics. "I went down a little sci-fi rabbit hole the last couple years working