Dr. Alauna Curry
Dr. Alauna Curry
Secondary Trauma - How to Cope when you Witness Tragedy
Secondary Trauma - How to Cope when you Witness Tragedy
Secondary Trauma - How to Cope when you Witness Tragedy
Thursday 2nd February 2023
Discover how to cope with secondary trauma and build resilience with Dr. Alauna Curry on 'Minding Your Amygdala'.
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Dr. Alauna Curry
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Mindful Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Building Resilience: Coping with Secondary Trauma with Dr. Alauna Curry
My definition of trauma is something that you experience negatively, that changes the way you think about yourself, other people and the rest of the world.
Ever felt the weight of witnessing a tragedy, even if it didn't happen to you directly? In this episode of 'Minding Your Amygdala', Dr. Alauna Curry dives into the concept of secondary trauma and how it affects us all. From high-profile incidents like Damar Hamlin's medical emergency to the distressing footage of Tyre Nichols, we are constantly exposed to traumatic events that can leave a mark on our mental health. Dr.
Curry introduces her 3As of Coping with Secondary Trauma: Acknowledgment, Awareness, and Action, offering practical steps to help you build resilience. She explains how even indirect trauma can rewire our brains and impact our daily lives. If you're looking for ways to navigate the emotional fallout from witnessing such events, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Curry's empathy-based approach provides a compassionate guide to understanding and managing the effects of secondary trauma.
Whether you're dealing with personal experiences or just trying to make sense of the world around you, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.