A person may have been exposed to death, serious injury, or sexual violence either through direct exposure, witnessing the trauma, or learning that a close friend or relative was exposed to the trauma. This results in nightmares, flashbacks, emotional distress and unwanted upsetting memories.

Learn more by reading Veronica's articles:

• When Should I See a Psychotherapist? 

• When Something Traumatic Happens to Your Hometown

• Blocking Beliefs Can Hold You Back From Healing

• Nightmares, Intrusive Thoughts, Panic Attacks Oh My!

• Why I Love Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

• I Lost My Earring, But Not My Nerve!