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Surviving the Edgware Road Bomb

Wednesday 15th July 2009

Jacqueline recounts surviving the Edgware Road bombing and her journey to recovery, highlighting the importance of therapy and mental health support.
10 minutes
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Introducing Health Sciences: Trauma, Repair and Recovery - for iPad/Mac/PC
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Recovery from Trauma
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Healing After Horror: Jacqueline's Journey from the Edgware Road Bombing

Flashbacks last for a fraction of a second, but when they come, they replace reality.
Imagine being on your daily commute when suddenly, your world shatters. On July 7th, 2005, Jacqueline experienced this nightmare firsthand as a bomb exploded on her train at Edgware Road. This episode takes you through her harrowing experience and the psychological aftermath that followed. Jacqueline bravely opens up about the trauma she endured and how therapy became her lifeline. She sheds light on the critical role of both emergency and long-term care in her recovery.
Her story isn't just about surviving a terrorist attack; it's about the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of mental health support. Whether you've faced trauma yourself or are looking to understand its impact better, Jacqueline's account offers a poignant look into the journey from devastation to healing.