Mendable Psychology Blog Posts

What is “little t” trauma and why does it matter? You don’t need to live through a war zone, survive a serious accident, or face a natural disaster to be affected by trauma. Sometimes, the most lingering wounds are the quietest—the everyday emotional cuts that don’t bleed but leave lasting

Understanding Fawning and People Pleasing as a Trauma Response When we think about trauma responses, the classic “fight or flight” reaction often comes to mind. We might also be familiar with the “freeze” response—feeling paralyzed or numb in the face of danger. But there’s a lesser-known trauma response that is

Understanding Fight or Flight Responses and Hyperarousal How hyperarousal and the nervous system protect us from threat Have you ever noticed your heart pounding before a big presentation? Or perhaps you’ve felt your breath quicken when you heard a sudden loud noise? These reactions are examples of your body’s fight

Understanding the Freeze Response and Hypoarousal The nervous system opposition to fight or flight When we talk about trauma or stress, most people think about the “fight or flight” response. But there’s a lesser-known, equally important survival mechanism that plays a profound role in how our nervous system responds to

Post Traumatic Growth and Healing After Trauma Embracing the possibility of healing and transformation Experiencing trauma is often a life-altering event. It can fracture our understanding of the world and ourselves, leaving behind emotional, psychological, and even physical wounds. Yet, amidst the pain, some individuals discover an unexpected outcome: post