Physical manifestations of trauma

Trauma is created when we internalize memories of unpleasant incidences and store them subconsciously.These memories, while latent,stay stored in our body and manifest in the following ways:

• Nightmares
• Waking up in a cold sweat
• Body hardening /becoming tense at touch (for victims of physical abuse)
• Difficulty trusting others
• A closed off vibe when meeting new people
• Confusion, difficulty concentrating
• Anger, irritability, mood swings
• Anxiety and fear
• Guilt, shame, self-blame
• Withdrawing from others
• Feeling sad or hopeless
• Feeling disconnected or numb
• Being startled easily
• Difficulty concentrating
• Racing heartbeat
• Edginess and agitation
• Aches and pains
• Muscle tension