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Trauma and PTSD

Childhood Trauma in Adults: When Past Experiences Shape Present Reactions

Childhood trauma in adults can affect how people experience trust, conflict, closeness, and stress long after the original experiences have ended. These effects vary, and identifying with a description does not establish…

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