Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Personality Traits
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Chapter 1: The Aftermath of Trauma
"I have survived... Yes, I have lived through it all, and those days are behind me. It is essential to forget... to keep silent. We must continue to live so that no one notices..."
This sentiment resonates deeply. Why does the pain linger if the past is over? Psychological trauma inflicts profound damage on mental well-being due to exposure to stressors. Often, this damage manifests with a "delayed effect." During a traumatic event, individuals tend to activate protective mechanisms to endure the situation. Once the crisis subsides, the need for survival fades, and the repercussions of trauma begin to surface, leading to the emergence of distinct personality traits.
Based on observations from practice, I propose categorizing individuals who have experienced psychological trauma into three broad groups, reflecting their coping behaviors:
Section 1.1: Traumatic Fighters
These individuals possess a strong aversion to any form of weakness. They interpret weakness in a very expansive manner, including doubts, fears, and the need for support. Such expressions are strictly prohibited, not only for themselves but also for their families. Traumatic fighters advocate for relentless progress and escalating achievements. Do these accomplishments bring genuine happiness? Likely not. Their drive is often compulsive; pausing even briefly can unleash overwhelming pain, which they associate with weakness. This pattern profoundly impacts their quality of life and that of their loved ones.
Section 1.2: Traumatic Statues
This group consists of individuals who appear emotionally frozen and silent. Their feelings are so repressed that they seem non-existent. Their daily lives resemble a mechanical routine, devoid of spontaneity, making them feel more like robots than human beings. Family members of traumatic statues often experience emotional deprivation, with minimal verbal communication and weak attachments. As a consequence, children raised in such environments may struggle to recognize their self-worth and the value of life itself. The saying, "a traumatist begets a traumatist," holds true here.
Chapter 2: Traumatic Victims
These individuals are characterized by heightened suspicion and pervasive fears regarding others and the future. A dominant emotion among them is toxic guilt, which they inadvertently pass on to their children. Families of traumatic victims often become tightly knit and isolated from the outside world. Within this dynamic, it becomes difficult to discern who is an adult and who is a child, particularly if they choose to have kids. Beyond fearing the dangers of the world, there is a concern that their own issues will adversely affect their children or that they may face a similar fate.
What if you see yourself reflected in these descriptions? There are alternative paths to alleviating the adverse effects of psychological trauma. Engaging in therapy and working with a psychologist can help mend the wounds of the soul.
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