Trauma & Grief
Normal Reactions to Traumatic Events
Following a traumatic event it is common for individuals to experience stress reactions as a direct result of the event. These reactions may occur immediately following the event; other times they may appear hours or even days later.
Trauma reactions are normal and predictable reactions to very abnormal events. It is important to understand that these reactions are expected in response to any exposure to a life threatening event, sudden death or injury, as well as in response to learning of the sudden death of a known individual.
Most will experience a range of physical, cognitive, and emotional reactions. However, these reactions are time limited and will diminish in the days and weeks ahead. Identifying and understanding common trauma reactions can be helpful in decreasing the impact of these symptoms more quickly.
Following a traumatic event it is common for individuals to experience stress reactions as a direct result of the event. These reactions may occur immediately following the event; other times they may appear hours or even days later.
Trauma reactions are normal and predictable reactions to very abnormal events. It is important to understand that these reactions are expected in response to any exposure to a life threatening event, sudden death or injury, as well as in response to learning of the sudden death of a known individual.
Most will experience a range of physical, cognitive, and emotional reactions. However, these reactions are time limited and will diminish in the days and weeks ahead. Identifying and understanding common trauma reactions can be helpful in decreasing the impact of these symptoms more quickly.
Physical Reactions
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Cognitive Reactions
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Emotional Reactions
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Trauma Reaction vs. Grief Reaction
Death resulting from a traumatic event comes with its own set of reactions in addition to the grief associated with an anticipated death. The processes of coping with trauma are different and apart from the reactions to grief. It takes time to move from the trauma reaction to the expected effects of grief and it may be helpful to be aware of the differences.
Death resulting from a traumatic event comes with its own set of reactions in addition to the grief associated with an anticipated death. The processes of coping with trauma are different and apart from the reactions to grief. It takes time to move from the trauma reaction to the expected effects of grief and it may be helpful to be aware of the differences.
Trauma
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Grief
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