Trauma isn’t just about the “big” events—it’s about how experiences affect you.
- Big-T Trauma: Major events like car accidents, natural disasters, or violent events. These are widely recognized as traumatic and often come with community support.
- Little-t Trauma: Experiences that might not seem "traumatic" at first glance but can have a lasting impact, such as childhood neglect, emotionally unavailable caregivers, or high-stress jobs. These experiences are often normalized and sometimes dismissed or overlooked.
Regardless of the type, if an experience is affecting you, it’s worth exploring. PTSD and trauma-related stress don’t go away on their own, but with support, healing is absolutely possible.