Tag: trauma recovery

The Hidden Wound: Why We Need to Talk About Sibling Abuse

by existentialanalyst, posted in Uncategorized

Photo by Ron Lach on Pexels.com When we talk about childhood trauma, our minds often turn to neglect, parental abuse, or school bullying. What rarely comes up—but should—is sibling abuse. It’s one of the most overlooked and unrecognized forms of childhood trauma, despite being far more common than many realize. Part of the reason sibling … Continue reading The Hidden Wound: Why We Need to Talk About Sibling Abuse

You As Your Own Parent

by existentialanalyst, posted in Childhood trauma

Therapists are big on advising clients to “be kind” to themselves, practice self-care etc. Bookstores are full of self-help books that give suggestions on how to get better at self-acceptance, self-compassion and self-care. Advice may range from “taking time for yourself” to arranging a better sleep routine, booking regular holidays and making sure your work/life … Continue reading You As Your Own Parent

Purpose of Recalling Childhood Memories

by existentialanalyst, posted in Childhood trauma, Self esteem

Photo by Suzy Hazelwood on Pexels.com Most of people in trauma therapy are unwilling to go back to their childhood memories and recount, re-tell and explore them. Perhaps it makes sense as the desire to "move on" is very strong in all of us and trauma therapy is often viewed as a way to heal … Continue reading Purpose of Recalling Childhood Memories