Trauma has become an overused word that can be confusing. You may hear some people say, “I was so traumatized because I couldn’t find the wedding flowers I wanted.” On the other hand, some people ...

According to many therapists and mental health professionals, sometimes trauma isn't derived from one-time, extreme life events like a tragic tornado, a school shooting or a car crash. Many people ...

Trauma, according to the Oxford Dictionary, is best defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. What I find to be interesting is that the definition uses the singular tense to explain ...

ATLANTA — The Derek Chauvin trial sparked conversations about justice for Black lives, the trend of killings of unarmed African Americans, and what healing looks like for Black communities. As Atlanta ...

Some parts of the United States acknowledge three levels of trauma centers, while others acknowledge five levels. Level 1 trauma is for the most serious injuries, where trauma is often large and ...

Research suggests work-induced emotional trauma can damage people's self-esteem and their careers. While trauma can be harmful, experts say it can also bring about "post-traumatic growth." That's when ...

A trauma bond typically follows a cycle and rests on an imbalance of power. Recognizing the bond for what it is and getting help may help you break it. Leaving an abusive relationship usually isn’t as ...

Ms. Bennett is a contributing editor in Opinion who writes on gender, politics and culture. Previously, she was The Times’s gender editor. The man had been effusive, at first — sending compliments, ...