Episode 32 | Understanding The Impact of Trauma and How to Heal From It

In this month’s episode, Janet speaks with Dr. Clare Pain who is a psychiatrist at Mt. Sinai Hospital and a professor at the University of Toronto. Dr. Pain assesses and provides treatment for patients who suffer from the effects of psychological trauma and she has published several articles and three books on this subject.

Janet and Dr. Pain explore the term trauma including common symptoms of PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and how sufferers can resolve and heal from the past. They also highlight the important role therapy plays, how hard it can be to seek treatment, and the importance of parenting in teaching children to be compassionate towards oneself resulting in a better chance of overcoming and healing from traumatic experiences.