The Therapy Thread

Finding inner hope when life feels overwhelming, can be challenging and somewhat frustrating depending on the nature of the situation. Although statistics regarding the effects of trauma are real, the numbers do not define who you are —they remind us that you’re human. You are not weak. You are not broken. You are navigating something deeply real. True resilience is not about pretending everything is okay—it’s about acknowledging the pain and still taking steps forward, even

Research shows that individuals who have experienced trauma—whether childhood neglect, abuse, or a significant life event—are more likely to develop substance use disorders. But why does trauma fuel addiction, and what are the effects on the brain?