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Dig: Psychiatric Struggle w/ Danielle Carr

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CHAPTER

Understanding Trauma in Contemporary Discourse

This chapter explores the evolution of trauma and its societal implications during pivotal cultural moments like the Trump era and the Me Too movement. It examines the concept of 'traumatic literalism,' linking it to the history of psychiatric practice while highlighting the complexities of memory and the rise of trauma literature. The speakers discuss how trauma is politically appropriated in contemporary discourse, raising critical questions about race, identity, and the narratives surrounding personal and collective experiences.

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