What is Medical Trauma? Medical trauma is a “complex negative psychological and physiological response” to a surgery or medical procedure. It is a form of PTSD. It does not have to be a response to a negative experience. It could manifest from a smooth-sailing medical treatment or diagnosis. A common thread among medical PTSD […]
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Before you dive into this article, I must warn you: backpacking with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) isn’t glamorous. However, with the right perspective, it can lead to some downright hilarious travel stories. This piece explains how unresolved trauma can impact your body—in this particular story, how it triggered my journey with IBS. This article offers
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Unresolved surgical trauma is more than just a mental burden; it leaves imprints on the body that can manifest as real, tangible illnesses. Research increasingly shows that unresolved emotions, whether stemming from childhood or surgical experiences, can leak out in ways that puzzle both patients and their doctors. This is a journey of how I
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At Scarred & Fabulous, I celebrate the resilience of incredible women who transform surgical trauma into self-love and strength. Faith’s journey is a shining example of this transformation, and I’m so proud of the progress she has made. At 22, Faith faced a life-threatening medical emergency that left her navigating both physical and emotional scars.
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Do you have a child facing major surgery? This article isn’t here to alarm you but to raise awareness and provide parental support to those with children in hospitals. For child patients, Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress (PMTS) is a real possibility that you should be aware of. Symptoms of PMTS can affect children long after
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Recovering from surgery trauma isn’t just about healing your body—it’s about reclaiming your mind, emotions, and confidence. If you’ve experienced surgical trauma, you know that the emotional scars can linger long after the physical one’s fade. Anxiety, anger, flashbacks, and feeling disconnected with yourself and your body, become daily struggles. I’ve been there. When I
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As the new year begins, now is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and shape the life you want in 2025. For women navigating trauma symptoms, setting intentions can be a powerful step toward healing and empowerment. Setting intentions builds a sense of control and purpose for your life, especially if you have the tendency
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Childhood medical trauma is a subject that often goes unnoticed, yet its impact can be profound and lasting. Defined as the psychological stress that arises from medical experiences—such as surgeries, chronic illnesses, or painful procedures—this trauma can significantly shape a child’s emotional and mental landscape. The Prevalence of Childhood Medical Trauma Recent studies
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