Trauma To Triumph

Trauma, as defined by the American Psychological Association (APA), is an emotional response to a terrible event such as an accident, rape, or natural disaster (American Psychological Association, 2013). However, this definition only scratches the surface of what trauma entails. Trauma is a complex psychological state that can have long-lasting effects on an individual's mental, physical, and social well-being. It typically arises from experiences threatening an individual's life, safety, o...