While the sheer outpouring of truth and support elicited by the #MeToo, #NowAustralia and #TimesUP movements is a positive step towards healing – it can also be highly triggering and distressing for survivors. If you are feeling triggered, it is especially important to look after yourself during this time. Here are 14 ways to self-care: Recognise that it is the memory of the traumatic event that has been triggered. Acknowledge that you are reacting to something that occurred in the past and remind yourself that you are safe in the present moment. If you have concerns about your current safety, seek immediate support. Look after yourself. Get plenty of rest, even if you can't sleep. Try eati
Survivors can benefit from learning about trauma triggers - the different types, how they develop and signs of triggering. It can be a reli
Without a doubt, giving survivors of sexual violence a voice and shining a light on the issue is a positive thing but potentially triggering
