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Traditional PTSD often results from a singular traumatic incident, such as a car accident or a natural disaster. In contrast, CPTSD stems from ongoing trauma, often occurring within relationships that should be safe and nurturing. Recognizing this distinction is essential for understanding the depth of impact that continuous trauma can have on a person’s psychological and emotional health.
Stephanie Foo, a survivor of complex PTSD and author of the memoir What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma, emphasizes that her trauma primarily originated from childhood abuse. Not only does her story highlight the intense struggle of coping with the aftermath of her trauma, but it also sheds light on the path toward healing and self-discovery.