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What is Childhood Trauma? Signs that Childhood Trauma is Still Affecting You

  Childhood trauma echoes, but resilience sparks a brighter tomorrow Image via Unsplash Do you sometimes find yourself grappling with intense emotions or struggling to form healthy relationships?  Like you, many people didn't get to experience a great childhood.  And most of them still carry the lingering effects of their early years.  Unfortunately, some are unaware of what childhood trauma is and whether it continues to impact them.  If you are one of them, you're in the right place.  I've researched childhood trauma and identified signs that it may still be affecting you as an adult. Keep reading! What is Childhood Trauma? Childhood trauma refers to experiences that can have a lasting and adverse impact on a person's emotional, physical, or psychological well-being during their formative years. These traumatic events often occur before the age of 18 and can vary widely in nature.  Common types of childhood trauma include: Physical abuse : The intentional use of force