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- "My life hasn't been the same since..."
- "I no longer feel safe."
- "This has shaken my beliefs. I don't know what I believe anymore."
Severe stressors can have a dramatic impact on us physically, emotionally
and physiologically. Symptom development occurs when these events overwhelm
our ability to cope. These symptoms are characterized by avoidance behaviours,
heightened arousal and re-experiencing of the trauma in the form of
flashbacks or intrusive memories. Individuals can have extreme reactions
to reminders of the traumatic event. Other symptoms include nightmares
and sleep disturbances, depression and feelings of hopelessness, headaches,
fatigue, memory problems, shock and anger.
Here is some information you might find helpful: Flashbacks and Depression Signs.
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