Intergenerational trauma is where the psychological effects of painful events are passed on in families. A psychotherapist shared five signs you might be experiencing intergenerational trauma.

Trauma can deeply impact mental and emotional health, causing physical symptoms and strain on relationships. Unhealed trauma can manifest in various ways, including overwhelming feelings, suicidal ...

People with rejection trauma may experience overwhelming emotions such as sadness, anger, fear, or shame in response to perceived or actual rejection. A fear of rejection can lead individuals to avoid ...

"I'm not going to ask you to tell me about all the worst moments in your life and then schedule you for another appointment to do it again next week." I often share this bit in my first sessions with ...

Almost everyone has experienced a toxic relationship at some point in their life — whether with a romantic partner, a family member or even a friend. Trauma-bonded relationships fall under this ...

Many of us may think that we understand trauma, but it is very hard to comprehend. Only a person who has experienced a traumatic event, be it of any type, will be able to actually describe how deep ...

It is human to want to connect with others. And sometimes, if you’ve had a particularly rough day (or week, or year), it can be freeing to bond with someone by sharing deep secrets or your troubled ...

The people who come to me for therapy often describe how the traumas they've survived continue to affect them. Some of the most painful effects are on their relationships. Below are 12 of the most ...

Relationships are an integral part of our lives. They bring joy, love, and companionship into our lives, but at times they can also be a source of pain and suffering. One type of destructive ...