Trauma and the Soul

Trauma and the Soul

There is very little research on the effects of trauma on the soul, especially from a Catholic perspective. Additionally, when there has been research conducted, there have been some mixed findings on the relationships between trauma, religion, and spirituality. We...
The Effects of Trauma on the Mind

The Effects of Trauma on the Mind

Overall, when examining the effects of trauma on the mind, researchers have found that exposure to trauma can lead to various difficulties with mental health. We’ll dive into this research below. Before we begin, it is essential to remember that just because someone...
Effects of Trauma on the Body

Effects of Trauma on the Body

When examining the effects of trauma on the body, researchers have found that trauma can lead to various difficulties with physical health, which we will discuss in more detail below. Before we begin, it is essential to remember that just because someone has...
Trauma and Friendships

Trauma and Friendships

Overall, trauma can cause difficulties in one’s friendships (1). However, these relationships are also essential for recovery. We will dive into these research findings on trauma and friendships below. Before we begin, it is essential to remember that just because...
Emotions and Trauma

Emotions and Trauma

Overall, when examining emotions and trauma, researchers have found that trauma can negatively impact a person’s emotional life, particularly by increasing the amount of negative emotions one experiences and causing difficulties regulating emotions.  Before we...
Trauma and Behavior

Trauma and Behavior

When examining trauma and behavior, esearchers have found that trauma can lead to some unhealthy and harmful behaviors, and they have found that often, these behaviors are ways a person attempts to cope with their experiences. Additionally, there is some research that...