The Problem
Approximately 70% of U.S. adults have encountered a traumatic event at least once during their lifetime. The issue arises when many individuals, unaware of the extent, allow these traumas to restrict their potential significantly.
Current treatments predominantly aim to mitigate the symptoms of trauma rather than facilitating a thorough processing of the event itself. Although encountering a traumatic event may be unavoidable, its dominating influence on our mental health can be effectively managed.
To generate meaningful change, we must tackle trauma with an unwavering commitment to move beyond merely alleviating discomfort toward a path of genuine recovery and improvement.
The adverse impact of trauma transforms the victim's perception, compelling them to view their entire existence through the prism of this distressing event, thereby leading to a disordered interpretation of their surroundings. This skewed perspective affects not only how individuals perceive themselves but also influences their outlook on family, potential, and beyond.
To alter this narrative, the trauma must be addressed and processed, transitioning from being an insurmountable barrier to merely a memory in the individual's past.
Significant attention has been drawn to the alarming statistic that approximately 22 veterans take their own lives each day. While there may be debate surrounding the accuracy of this figure, it's imperative to acknowledge that suicide often emerges as a direct consequence of unaddressed trauma. Successfully combating suicidal ideation demands the identification and therapeutic processing of trauma.