Trauma

/ˈtrɔɪ.mə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.

The loss of her loved one caused her significant emotional trauma.

a physical injury.

The patient was treated for trauma sustained in the car accident.

an emotional wound or shock that creates lasting psychological effects.

He struggled with childhood trauma that affected his adult relationships.

From the Greek 'τραῦμα' (trauma), meaning 'wound' or 'injury'.

emotional trauma

Psychological damage resulting from distressing events.

trauma-informed care

An approach to therapy that recognizes the impact of trauma on individuals.

trauma bond

A strong emotional attachment formed between individuals through shared traumatic experiences.

traumatize

To cause someone to experience a trauma.

traumatology

The branch of medicine that deals with wounds and injuries.

psychotrauma

Psychological trauma that compromises a person's mental health.

Drama or excessive emotional response.

Stop with the trauma, it's just a minor setback.

A situation causing stress or emotional pain.

That meeting was total trauma, I can't believe it.