The subject of trauma – what it is, what causes it, and how one can recover from it – is discussed by two people. One is a woman who underwent severe emotional and physical abuse from a parent and a husband for many years and who has now found recovery. The other is a psychologist who specializes in treating trauma, who discusses the range of treatment options available. Listen to their hopeful message.

Discussion questions about Trauma

Resources for Trauma

Information about Trauma Therapy

Note: The views expressed in this program are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of Alameda County Behavioral Healthcare.

Music: Promenade from Pictures at an Exhibition by
Modest Mussorgsky who suffered from “fits of madness.”