Can you be addicted to trauma and how do you overcome that

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Mmiker · 46-50, M

After some time the trauma becomes a norm for you. Then you hold on to it as a place of comfort. You don’t want to leave it because of the unfamiliar. So not an addiction but a place of comfort.

SW-User

@Mmiker All you become to know sadly, sometimes. But there's an element left out here, what is PTSD? That follows a person around forever

in10RjFox · M

@Mmiker then it's no longer trauma if it becomes a norm. It becomes bearable and not unbearable.

Mmiker · 46-50, M

@in10RjFox not exactly. You can live with complex trauma.

in10RjFox · M

@Mmiker if they start living with it, it means they are enacting pain or suffering as trauma to affect others around them. Basically to attract attention. Like the quote "More loyal than the King" , we can empathetically feel more pain than the one suffering from it.

Mmiker · 46-50, M

@in10RjFox research shows otherwise.

in10RjFox · M

@Mmiker hear this from AI

Trauma refers to a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that can have lasting psychological effects on an individual. It often involves an overwhelming feeling of helplessness, fear, or being in danger, and can result from various events such as accidents, abuse, natural disasters, violence, or loss.

While pain and suffering can be components of trauma, not all pain or suffering necessarily constitutes trauma. Trauma typically refers to experiences that overwhelm an individual's ability to cope or process the event, leading to lasting emotional and psychological consequences.

It's important to understand that trauma is a complex and individualized experience, and its effects can vary widely from person to person. Seeking support from mental health professionals and accessing appropriate resources can be crucial for those who have experienced trauma to process their emotions, heal, and move forward in a healthy way.