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Trauma types

Trauma Types

Trauma can have a profound impact on an individual’s mental health and well-being, and can lead to a range of symptoms, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  Not all traumas are equal There is a popular notion that not all traumatic events are created equal, and the type

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Infant loss perinatal psychologists can help

Infant Loss – Perinatal Psychologists Can Help

Perinatal psychologists work with people regarding all aspects of pregnancy, birth and adjusting to life postpartum. Unfortunately infant loss is part of this journey for many of our clients. Infant loss describes a number of scenarios including but not exclusive to stillbirth, neonatal loss, embryo loss, miscarriage, and termination for

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Treatments for Complex Trauma

The first thing to understand about complex trauma is that it is not currently (April 2023) a diagnosis. When the term complex trauma is used there is no internationally recognised definition for this. In contrast if one was to say Post traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) there would be a greater

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Complex Trauma

Is complex trauma the same as borderline personality disorder?

The term Complex Trauma and borderline personality disorder (BPD) are often confused as being the same thing, but they are actually two distinct ideas with some overlapping symptoms. In this blog, we will explore the similarities and differences between the idea of complex trauma and the diagnostic category of BPD.

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BPD vs PTSD

BPD vs PTSD

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are two mental health conditions that can have overlapping symptoms, but they are distinct disorders with different causes and treatments. Here, we will discuss the similarities and differences between BPD and PTSD. First it is important to know that the two

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Self Harm

Self-harm is a complex and difficult issue that affects many people. It refers to intentional actions that cause injury or damage to one’s own body, often as a way of coping with intense emotional distress or to feel a sense of control over difficult circumstances. While self-harm may provide temporary

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Depression and Irritability

Irritable Depression

Depression is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a mood disorder and typical symptoms include feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in normally enjoyed activities.  However, not everyone with depression will have the same experience. One popular notion is irritable

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Complex trauma

Symptoms of Complex Trauma

In this blog, we will compare the symptoms of “complex trauma” to the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as outlined in the DSM5, and to the symptoms of complex PTSD as outlined in the ICD11. Complex Trauma – Not a Diagnosis The first thing to understand about complex trauma

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Complex Tramua

Complex Trauma, do I have it?

Complex trauma is a term used to describe repeated and prolonged exposure to traumatic events, such as physical, sexual or emotional abuse, neglect, and other adverse childhood experiences. However it is not a diagnosis. This can be problematic for those who are experiencing distress.  Self diagnosis and labelling in itself

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