complex post-traumatic stress disorder

Sometimes two completely different mental health conditions can look surprisingly alike. That’s the case with complex PTSD (CPTSD) and borderline personality disorder (BPD)—two highly nuanced, and sometimes poorly understood, conditions. CPTSD and BPD do share certain symptoms and, often, parts of a backstory. That’s why it takes a trained expert…

Growing up doesn’t automatically mean leaving childhood behind. Sometimes the habits that helped you feel safe back then follow you into adulthood and shape how you see the world and interact with others. But spotting how childhood trauma affects relationships isn’t always easy, especially when it looks different for everyone….

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) is a psychological condition that can develop in those who have experienced prolonged and/or repetitive traumatic events in their lives. In a CPTSD vs. PTSD matchup, these conditions may seem similar, but in reality, they are different in many ways. Take a closer look with…