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Understanding Complex PTSD: What You Need to Know
<p>Trauma leaves deep imprints, but for some, the effects are more layered and enduring than what is typically described in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). That’s where Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) comes in—a newer diagnosis that helps us better understand the impact of prolonged or repeated trauma. What is CPTSD? CPTSD was officially included in […]</p>

Joy Plote
Sep 18, 20254 min read
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study: A Lens on Trauma in the Deaf and Coda Communities
<p>Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have been a cornerstone in understanding how early life trauma impacts health and well-being. The landmark ACE study, conducted by the CDC and Kaiser Permanente in the 1990s, surveyed over 17,000 participants to explore the long-term effects of childhood trauma. The findings were groundbreaking, revealing that the more ACEs an individual […]</p>

Joy Plote
Dec 3, 20244 min read
Understanding the Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS): Measuring Subtle Bias in Daily Life
<p>Discrimination isn’t always loud and overt—it often hides in the subtle, everyday interactions that many individuals face. The Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS) is a tool designed to capture these experiences, shedding light on the ways subtle forms of bias impact mental health and well-being over time. If you’ve ever felt disrespected, excluded, or unfairly judged […]</p>

Joy Plote
Nov 18, 20244 min read
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