Trauma – There are several different types of shocking and painful situations that are beyond our control but can have the potential of causing negative effects on our psychological stability if left ignored and unchecked. This trauma can come in the form of an unexpected illness or death of a friend or family member, experiencing a violent or unexplainable act, loss of personal property, suffering a great disappointment, or a number of other scenarios that play out in our day to day lives.  If you have found yourself in an overwhelming position, your first step should always be to speak to someone who can assist you in making better sense of the bigger picture. Therapy is a great answer.