dani tagen (she/her)

Complex post traumatic stress (C-PTSD) is often misdiagnosed as ADHD, depression, bipolar, anxiety, or other mental health disorders. C-PTSD is not yet recognized as an official diagnosis. Symptoms include: -hyper-vigilance -inability to pay attention -dissociation -“mood swings” -low self worth -inability to self regulate -history attachment issues in relationships (ex: abandonment fears) -overall distrust -emotional flooding and/or flashbacks -inability to emotionally regulate Complex post traumatic stress typical comes from long-term trauma in childhood. Ex: -verbally or physical abuse, shaming -witnessing dysfunctional relationships -chronic chaos (unpredictability) -parents who couldn’t emotionally regulate -bullying -emotionally absent parents -financial insecurity and chronic stress -sibling abuse -addicted parents When children are helpless to leave an unsafe or insecure environment, the body remembers. It remains in a threat state. There is healing for C-PTSD: somatic healing/therapy, self healing, movement (ex: dance therapy), nutritional approaches, attachment therapy, and mind body practices like yoga all can be a part of an integrative approach. Retweet for awareness.