The Psychology of your 20s 117. The psychology of trauma ft. Dr MC McDonald
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Aug 18, 2023 Dr. MC McDonald, author of "The Trauma Response Is Never Wrong," dives into the intricate world of trauma, exploring its profound impact on our identities and behaviors. She debunks misconceptions about what constitutes trauma and emphasizes the need for a personalized understanding of individual experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional memory and its relationship to growth, while also addressing the adaptability of the brain in healing. Ultimately, Dr. McDonald offers hope, showing that recovery is a journey filled with possibilities.
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Trauma Definition
- Trauma is incorrectly defined by listing traumatic events.
- Instead, focus on the individual's emotional response and whether the experience lacks a relational home.
Trauma as Memory Injury
- Trauma is an injury of memory, hindering its proper integration.
- This leads to fragmented memories, difficulty assigning significance, and a lack of closure.
Overuse of "Traumatic"
- The term "traumatic" is now used to describe events like breakups.
- This overuse may dilute the term's meaning and impact research funding.
