Episode 544 Beyond Survival Mode: Understanding PTSD and CPTSD

About this episode

This episode explores the differences between PTSD and Complex PTSD, the impact of trauma on the brain and nervous system, and the persistence of survival strategies after danger has passed.

June is PTSD Awareness Month. In this episode, we explore the differences between PTSD and Complex PTSD, how trauma impacts the brain and nervous system, and why survival strategies often remain long after the danger has passed. If you've ever wondered why certain experiences continue to affect you years later, this conversation offers insight, understanding, and hope for healing. Resources The Body Keeps The Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in The Healing of Trauma - Paperback by Bessel Van der ...

People in this episode

Host: Brad Otto

Topics covered

• PTSD
• CPTSD
• trauma
• mental health
• healing

Keywords

• PTSD
• CPTSD
• trauma
• mental health
• healing
• survival strategies
• nervous system

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