Understanding Trauma & the Brain
When life feels unsafe even after the danger has passed, trauma may be hiding behind the scenes. It can masquerade as anxiety, anger, perfectionism, or a persistent sense of being “on guard.” At New Mentality we see these patterns every day, and we witness how modern neuroscience can gently retrain the brain so you can […]
Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
867 words, 3.5 minutes read time. It’s common to feel scared or uneasy during and after a traumatic incident. These feelings stem from the body’s “fight-or-flight” response, which helps us detect and respond to potential threats. While many people will experience various reactions after trauma, most gradually recover. However, when distressing symptoms persist, a person […]