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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Dec 10, 20223 min read
The Significant Other and the Trauma Survivor
Living with a significant other that is still healing from the trauma of the sexual assault and or domestic violence can be difficult....
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Dec 3, 20222 min read
Surviving Trauma is Never Easy
The trauma of sexual assault and or domestic violence can rear its ugly head at any time throughout a survivor's lifetime. This trauma...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Nov 19, 20222 min read
The Ripple Effect of Trauma
Trauma is often thought of as a singular event. But trauma can be cumulative, with each additional traumatic experience adding to the...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Nov 6, 20222 min read
Trauma Informs Our Everyday Lives
Many of us have experienced trauma. It's part of being human. And while we may not like to think about it, that trauma informs every...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Oct 31, 20222 min read
The Butterfly Hug: A Simple yet Effective Anxiety Reduction Technique!
If you suffer from anxiety, you're certainly not alone. In fact, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Oct 26, 20222 min read
The Power of Visualization
We all have dreams. Whether they’re big or small, we all want something out of life. And while it’s great to dream, achieving those...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Oct 25, 20222 min read
The Impact of Trauma on the Brain
It's no secret that our brains are complex organs. They are responsible for everything from controlling our bodily functions to storing...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Oct 11, 20222 min read
5 Powerful Coping Skills to Help You Recover from Trauma
Hi, friends. If you're like me, you're always looking for ways to improve your coping skills. After all, life can be tough, and we could...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Oct 9, 20222 min read
Top 5 Psychological Effects of Trauma
Trauma is a word that gets thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? Trauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Oct 6, 20222 min read
Despite Your Traumatic Experiences, You Are Enough
You've been through a lot in your life. You've seen and experienced things that no one should ever have to go through. And yet, here you...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Oct 3, 20222 min read
The Lasting Impact of Childhood Trauma
Most people think of trauma as something that happens in adulthood – a car accident, a natural disaster, a terrorist attack. But trauma...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 29, 20222 min read
True Healing Takes Place Within
A lot of times when people think about healing, they think of it as something that happens to them. They think that if they go to therapy...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 28, 20222 min read
Trauma Bonding in Abusive Relationships
No one deserves to be in an abusive relationship. Unfortunately, some people find themselves in these types of relationships because of...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 27, 20222 min read
What is Trauma Bonding?
Ever heard of the term "trauma bonding? It's a concept that was first introduced in the early 1970s by psychiatrist Dr. Patrick Carnes....
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 26, 20222 min read
True Healing Takes Place Within
A lot of times when people think about healing, they think of it as something that happens to them. They think that if they go to therapy...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 25, 20222 min read
The Body Keeps the Score: How Trauma Affects the Developing Brain, Mind, and Body
The book the Body Keeps the Score eloquently articulates how overwhelming experiences affect the development of brain, mind, and body...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 21, 20222 min read
True Healing Comes from Within After Experiencing Trauma
Traumatic experiences can leave us feeling scared, alone, and lost. It can be tempting to try to numb the pain or forget what happened...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 20, 20222 min read
How to Support a Loved One That Has Dealt with a Traumatic Experience
Traumatic experiences can have a lasting impact on our lives. If you have a loved one who has dealt with trauma, it is important to be...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 19, 20222 min read
The Importance of Self-Care After Trauma
Self-care is often the last thing on our minds after we've experienced trauma. We may be so focused on picking up the pieces and putting...
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Florida DeVaul-Dudley
Sep 15, 20222 min read
A Normal Life is Possible: You Deserve to be Happy and at Peace
Many people who have survived trauma, whether it be from abuse, assault, or other forms of violence, often feel like they will never be...
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