Trauma

My PTSD

A poem by Trauma Research UK Trustee, Russell Dean No one knows the pain I feel,The ever-present crushing heel,No one knows, although they try,They

How Past Trauma Can Shape Our Present

We all carry baggage from the past. Sometimes, painful experiences can leave deep wounds that continue to affect us today. These traumas can breed

He said it was our secret

(⚠️ Trigger warning! This story is one of our service user’s experiences as a child and contains extracts referring to childhood sexual abuse). As

Post-Traumatic Growth

What is Post-Traumatic Growth? Trauma is an experience that can be deeply distressing, leaving individuals feeling helpless and vulnerable. However, many people find that

Josh’s Story CPTSD

On March 25, 2013, Corporal Josh Griffiths was just 23 days from the end of his tour with C Company (Cheshire), 1st Battalion, Mercian

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