Car accidents, falls from high places, industrial and farming accidents and assault can all cause trauma. Witnessing events like natural disasters, terrorist attacks and car accidents can also be traumatic. Stress reactions after traumatic events can occur immediately or months later.
General
Trauma can have serious effects on human health and can trigger post traumatic stress disorder.
Reaction
Read about how our reaction to trauma can affect our body and health, and how to recover.
Families
Trauma can affect children, teenagers and families in different ways.
Recovery tips
Read about how families, children and teenagers can help each other to recover from traumatic events.
Services
Contact information for trauma and emergency support services.
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