Rising Strong: Thriving After Trauma | Olanike Catherine Poyi | TEDxAngwan Rukuba

Trauma & Resilience - Trauma is an emotional response to a distressing event that changes perspective and responses [6] - Acute trauma involves a single stressor, chronic trauma involves repeated exposure, and complex trauma involves multiple stressors [7] - Secondary trauma arises from caring for those directly affected or witnessing traumatic events [8] - Developmental trauma is exposure to trauma at an early age [8] - Trauma can alter thinking, relationships, the body, and perspectives [9] - 60% of people recover from trauma, while some move from recovery to thriving through post-traumatic growth [11] Community & Support - Communities should be empathic and avoid isolating those who have experienced trauma [17] - Engaging in youth mentorship programs and sharing personal stories can help others learn and cope [20] - Celebrating survival and reinvention after trauma is crucial for pushing past it [21] - Seeking professional help should not be stigmatized, as therapy can aid in turning pain into purpose [22] - It is important to remember that some traumas are simply pain, and moving on is acceptable [16]