Childhood experiences shape who we are, from how we form relationships to how our bodies respond to stress. When those early years contain abuse, neglect, or chronic fear, the negative effects may ...

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 ...

Trauma and low self-worth are closely correlated, especially with regard to adverse experiences, including abuse. Traumatic experiences can disrupt how a person sees themselves and their ability to ...

Even if it's a regularly overlooked and minimized form of trauma compared to childhood experiences and toxic relationships, career trauma can seriously affect a person's well-being, even years after ...

“But I don’t believe survivors should be shamed if their story spills out without that filter. It’s a sign that their pain needs tending, not a personal flaw.” Related: 10 Subtle Signs a Friendship Is ...

The complex psychological phenomenon known as maternal trauma—often referred to as the mother wound—shapes countless individuals’ emotional landscapes without their awareness. Many discover its ...