Train 4 Trauma Combative Sciences
Eric Poirier, Mark Medeiros, & Jakub Mulik
Trauma and Mental Health: Breaking the CycleTrauma and mental health issues are increasingly prevalent but often go unaddressed due to stigma and lack of awareness. This can lead to a vicious cycle of suffering. To break this cycle, it's essential to reduce stigma, increase access to resources, and prioritize trauma-informed approaches.Untreated trauma can lead to:Substance dependenceViolenceSuicideTrauma-informed approaches can:Create safe and empowering spacesProvide support for individuals and communitiesBuild confidence, focus, and strengthTrauma can result from:HarassmentAssaultAbuseCrimeChild abuseFamily breakdownCombat traumaDomestic violenceAccidentsIllnessNatural disastersPandemicsWitnessing or discussing traumatic eventsPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms include:Physiological reactivityNightmaresAnxietyLoss of interestJumpinessHopelessnessOutburstsConstant fearNavigating trauma is complex, but with appropriate care, individ