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Reconnecting With the Body After Trauma

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Reconnecting With the Body After Trauma

Trauma often creates disconnection from the body as a protective response. Survivors may feel numb, detached, or uncomfortable in their own skin.
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Videos about Reconnecting With the Body After Trauma

I'm not ok, I need help Video

I'm not ok, I need help

Encourages help-seeking when overwhelmed.
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) | Talking about mental health Video 7:36

Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) | Talking about mental health

Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) | Talking about mental health
Grounding techniques Video

Grounding techniques

Techniques to reconnect with the present.

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