Key Developmental Milestones: Emotional, Social, and Cognitive Growth in Childhood
To be honest, child development is one of those things we sort of take for granted until we start examining our own past and asking, “Wait… did I truly achieve those benchmarks?” Much of this growth occurred organically if you grew up in a consistent, loving atmosphere. But if your childhood was marked by trauma, […]
Could Unresolved Childhood Adversity Be Affecting Your Life Today?
No matter how hard you try move forward, have you ever felt trapped in particular spheres of your life? Perhaps it’s a persistent sense of anxiety, a battle with relationships, or even physical health problems with no obvious source. Although you may have tried several strategies—self-help books, therapy, lifestyle modifications—the patterns just keep recurring. What […]
Understanding Trauma: The Impact of Early Experiences on Long-Term Well-Being
When we hear the word “trauma,” we usually picture dramatic events like natural disasters, accidents, or violent assaults. Actually, though, trauma is far more complicated than simply the experiences themselves. It’s not necessarily what happens to us, but how we handle it, how we cope. Two people could go through the exact same circumstances and […]