Dealing with Trauma Pt. 1

Max points: 5 Type: Podcast

In this episode of the Brain People Podcast, mental health experts discuss trauma and acute stress reactions, explaining why these responses are normal and how to manage them. Listeners gain practical tools like grounding, self-soothing, and resourcing techniques to prevent long-term impacts and build resilience.

Channel: Beautiful Minds Wellness Duration: 0:16:44

Questions

1. According to the podcast, what is one of the most common intrusive symptoms of trauma?

Unwanted memories and nightmares Loss of appetite Headaches Difficulty in reading

2. What grounding exercise did the speakers recommend for managing acute stress?

Counting backward from 1,000 The 5-4-3-2-1 sensory exercise Writing a detailed journal Holding your breath for one minute

3. What is 'resourcing' as described in the episode?

Seeking professional financial aid Avoiding stressful people or environments Taking medication for immediate relief Imagining a peaceful place using the five senses

4. Why is avoidance considered problematic in trauma recovery?

It helps the brain process trauma faster It reduces the risk of PTSD It blocks healing and increases fear It eliminates intrusive memories permanently

5. What is the role of the fight-or-flight response during acute stress?

It suppresses memory formation It is always harmful and maladaptive It permanently damages the nervous system It helps prepare the body to respond to danger

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