In order to break the cycle of trauma, we first need to define what we mean by trauma. There is a wide range of experiences in life that qualify as traumatic; some will lead to the development of PTSD ...

Trauma fundamentally changes us. It’s not just a bad experience—it’s an overwhelming force that floods our system with more than we can handle. When I work with clients struggling with past wounds, I ...

A trauma bond is an intense emotional attachment formed between a perpetrator of abuse and the victim. Trauma bonding is one example of an unhealthy, abusive relationship. The bond is created ...

Our community faces an epidemic: a cycle of violence and crime that is deeply rooted in trauma. The adage "hurt people end up hurting people" rings painfully true. We see this played out in our ...

One year ago, Congress defunded public media. Now that we're 100% community funded, please become a sustaining member or increase your existing membership today. Teresa Cox-Bates was only 11 years old ...

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In the world of business, we often talk about disrupting industries and breaking cycles. Some nonprofit organizations are applying this mindset to one of society’s most pressing challenges: supporting ...