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Recovering from Complex PTSD with Elizabeth Ferreira
Jun 20, 2022
In this engaging conversation, Elizabeth Ferreira, a graduate of Somatic Psychology at CIIS and content creator on CPTSD, shares her personal journey with Complex PTSD. She candidly discusses the emotional landscape shaped by childhood trauma and the lingering effects it has on adult relationships. Elizabeth emphasizes the significance of creating safe spaces to process grief and repressed emotions, and the value of therapy in reconnecting with neglected parts of ourselves. Her insights provide a compassionate guide to navigating the challenges of CPTSD.
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- CPTSD results from cumulative small traumas over time, differs from singular-event PTSD.
- Childhood experiences shape emotional responses and relational dynamics, impacting emotional regulation later in life.
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Understanding Complex PTSD
Complex PTSD, often stemming from ongoing traumatic experiences, particularly in childhood, differs from PTSD originating from singular events. The symptoms, including flashbacks, low self-esteem, hypersensitivity, avoidance, lack of emotional regulation, intense guilt or shame, and dissociation, can accumulate over time. Personal experiences of childhood traumas, like emotional abuse and neglectful parenting, shape individuals' emotional responses and relational dynamics.
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