Do I Have Trauma as an Adult Child of an Alcoholic?
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Do I Have Trauma as an Adult Child of an Alcoholic?

Growing up with a caregiver who abuses substances is traumatizing for many.

It’s important to note that two individuals who experience the same trauma may be impacted very differently depending on many different factors.

Individuals in this population may identify as Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACoA’s or ACA’s).

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What Happens When PTSD is Triggered?
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What Happens When PTSD is Triggered?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can develop in individuals who have experienced or observed a distressing incident, sequence of incidents, or specific situations.

Trauma is anything that is too much too soon, too much for too long or too little for too long.

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How to Deal With a Dysfunctional Family
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How to Deal With a Dysfunctional Family

Growing up with dysfunctional family dynamics isn’t easy, to say the least. And, it can impact many different areas of your life.

Dysfunctional family dynamics refer to patterns of interaction, communication, and behavior within a family unit that are unhealthy and destructive to the family unit.

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