Harvard-Trained Trauma Expert | Award-winning Psychotherapist | Public Health Practitioner | Global Health Strategy Consultant | Corporate Wellness Expert | Bush Foundation Fellow | Education System Mental Health Expert
June marks PTSD Awareness Month, and it's a time for reflection. Through the 20th century, trauma has been characterized in different ways by mental health professionals. It started as Combat Trauma Shell Shock during World War I, then evolved to Battle Fatigue during World War II, and Operational Exhaustion became prevalent after Korea. In the aftermath of the Vietnam War, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder gained recognition as a pervasive trauma disorder. The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly presented us with the most distressing collective traumatic event of our lifetime. Each one of us has been impacted by its pervasive reach, whether through the loss of a loved one, financial hardship, or social isolation. As we look ahead to facing the aftermath of this crisis, it's crucial that we comprehend the far-reaching effects on individuals and communities. This raises an important question: What did we learn about ourselves and our mental health needs during the COVID-19 pandemic? Are we taking the time to heal as individuals or collectively? #mentalhealth #trauma #covid #wellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealthmatters
