An NHS Self-Help Guide to Understanding Trauma
An NHS Self-Help Guide to Understanding Trauma
The guide includes activities and worksheets you can use to help you make sense of traumatic experiences and the reactions related to them.
Related Resources
Podcasts about TraumaPodcasts that focus on trauma experiences.
Tips to Help You Heal and Make Sense of Trauma ExperiencesIt’s normal to be distressed following a traumatic event and to need time to make sense of what’s happened. As you process the event, trauma reactions will gradually fade, but even when you’re feeling a bit better, you may sometimes be troubled by painful memories or emotions. These can be especially difficult coming up to an anniversary or when something reminds you of the trauma.
- Tips on Managing Change in Our LivesWe all have to cope and manage with change in our lives for lots of reasons. Here are some tips and thoughts on navigating through a period of change.
- Activities You Can Try at HomeIncreasing your activity levels can help improve your mood.
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