Medical trauma can impact anyone — it doesn’t discriminate. However, women are often more vulnerable for a variety of reasons. To understand why, we first need to understand what medical trauma looks like.

Trauma can impact anyone at any time. It doesn’t discriminate or seek out one sex over another. However, statistics show that women are often more likely to experience traumatic events than men.

When a traumatic event does occur, your body goes through something called a trauma response. In its simplest form, it’s a means for self-preservation and survival.

Do you find that spending time with your family negatively affects your mental health? Maybe you are realizing that your negative self image started in childhood? If so, you are not alone! Here we describe some common issues and explain how to get help.