Was I Abused as a Child?

You know you had an unhappy childhood, but you are not sure whether you’d consider it “traumatic.” You have been struggling with anxiety and depression for a long time, and you wonder whether it’s just something wrong with you. The people closest to you tell you to get over it. You’re feeling stuck, and you’re tired of suffering. You know the way you were raised impacted who you are today and the things you’re struggling with, but you’re having trouble connecting the dots.

Trauma happens to our bodies when we experience overwhelming stress. Watch the video below to learn more about how stressful events can affect our health and mental health.

Thank you to Patrick Teahan for creating this video.

Did you relate to the video? Trauma, depression, anxiety, and panic are all ways your body learned to survive. You don’t need to be stuck in survival mode forever and can live your best life. If you’re interested in learning more about the effects of abuse and neglect, give us a call today at 866-600-8440 for psychotherapy and counseling in Royal Oak, Michigan.