Can therapy change the way we store traumatic memories? Here's all that you need to know

From rewiring the neural pathways to providing a safe space for expressing emotions, here are a few ways by which

Published on Mar 26, 2024 04:16 PM IST 6 Photos
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When trauma and triggers start to affect us mentally, physically and emotionally to the point that we find it difficult to handle our emotions, it is advised to go for therapy. "Therapy can provide a holistic approach to addressing trauma symptoms, promoting healing and resilience," wrote Therapist Andrea Evgeniou as she painted a picture about how therapy helps in addressing trauma.(Unsplash)

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Trauma affects the functioning of the brain and leads to several neurological responses. Therapy helps in rewiring the neural pathways. (Unsplash)

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The emotional charge of the traumatic memories affects us and can make us feel exactly how we felt the first time, even after years. Therapy helps in reducing the emotional charge and changes the way the brain stores memories. (Unsplash)

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Therapy allows a safe and healthy space for addressing and expressing emotions, this helps people to gain insights, process their feelings and develop coping strategies. (Unsplash)

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Trauma often gets stores in the body and turns into physical symptoms and tension. Somatic practices can help in reducing such tension and making us feel better. (Unsplash)

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