Psych2Go | Why You Can't Love Yourself After Trauma @Psych2go | Uploaded August 2024 | Updated October 2024, 6 days ago.
Trauma is a deeply impactful experience that can affect every aspect of your life, including your ability to love yourself. In this video, we explore why trauma makes self-love challenging and offer insights into overcoming these obstacles. Remember, you are not alone in this journey—many people struggle with the same issues, and understanding them is a crucial step towards healing.

Learning to love yourself after trauma is a journey, but with support and understanding, it is possible to reclaim your sense of worth.

Disclaimer:
We are not mental health professionals. This video is for informational purposes only. If you are dealing with trauma or PTSD, we strongly encourage you to seek help from a licensed mental health professional.

#trauma #recovery

Credits
Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Editor: Kelly Soong
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Brandon
Animator: Aiden (new animator)
Video Editor: uToonz
Youtube Manager: Cindy Cheong

References:
Tanasugarn, A. (2023). "4 Signs Trauma Has Affected Your Self-Worth." Psychology Today. psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/understanding-ptsd/202308/4-signs-trauma-has-affected-your-self-worth 
Mind Matters Mental Health Counseling. (2020). "Loving Yourself After Surviving Trauma." mindmattersmhc.com/blog/loving-yourself-after-surviving-trauma 
Northside Psychology. (2023). "Trauma and Self-Esteem: Rebuilding a Positive Sense of Self." northsidepsychology.com.au/trauma-and-self-esteem-rebuilding-positive-sense-of-self/ 
Lynn, S. (2022). "Courage, Self-Love and Complex Trauma (CPTSD)." CPTSD Foundation. cptsdfoundation.org/2022/06/07/courage-self-love-and-complex-trauma-cptsd