Unpacking The Science: How Emotional Trauma Is Stored In The Body

Deborah C. Escalante

How is emotional trauma stored in the body?
How is emotional trauma stored in the body?

Emotional Trauma: How It Is Stored in the Body

Emotional Trauma: What Is It?

Emotional trauma is an experience that overwhelms an individual’s capacity to adapt, leading to feelings of powerlessness, fear, and helplessness. It can be caused by a single event or by a series of events. Emotional trauma is often associated with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Trauma can affect both physical and mental health and can have long-term consequences.

The Impact of Emotional Trauma on the Body

When people experience trauma, it can have a significant impact on their physical health. People who have experienced emotional trauma may experience physical symptoms such as headaches, chest pain, and fatigue. They may have difficulty sleeping or have nightmares. They may experience digestive issues, muscle tension, and difficulty concentrating.

Emotional trauma also impacts mental health. People may experience symptoms such as depression, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and intrusive thoughts. They may also have difficulty forming and maintaining relationships.

How Emotional Trauma Is Stored in the Body

When someone experiences trauma, it is stored in the body in the form of somatic memory. This is a type of memory that is stored in the body, rather than in the brain. Somatic memory is created when the body responds to a traumatic event, and it is stored in the form of physical sensations, such as pain, tension, or tightness. These physical sensations can be triggered by certain events or situations, and can be difficult to shake.

The Stress Response

When someone experiences emotional trauma, it can trigger the body’s stress response. This is a response that is designed to help the body cope with a threat. The body’s stress response is triggered by the release of hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. These hormones initiate a chain reaction in the body, which can result in a range of physical and emotional symptoms. The body’s stress response is often referred to as the “fight or flight” response, as it prepares the body to either fight or flee in response to a threat.

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Treating Emotional Trauma

It is important to seek help if you are experiencing emotional trauma. Trauma can be treated with a range of therapies, including cognitive behavioural therapy, exposure therapy, and psychotherapy. These therapies can help to address the underlying causes of trauma, as well as the physical and emotional symptoms. It is important to note that emotional trauma can take time to heal, and it is important to be patient and to seek professional help if needed.

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