Don't suffer in silence. Get in touch with a helpline in Timor-Leste for support with trauma and PTSD
Traumatic experiences happen more often than you might think. Because they are so common and frequently highly distressing, Timor-Leste has 1 helplines to help people dealing with trauma and PTSD. Symptoms might involve:
Thoughts of suicide and a sensation of hopelessness
Experiencing depression as a result of your traumatic experience
Repetitive thoughts about how you could have changed or avoided the traumatic event
Frequent nightmares and disturbed sleep patterns
Continued negative thoughts about a traumatic experience
Distracting yourself from horrible memories with work or hobbies
Blaming yourself for what happened to you
Feelings of guilt or shame about a traumatic event
The thoughts and feelings linked to trauma and PTSD are all completely normal. It’s okay to feel whatever you feel – and you can do so without guilt or shame.
Trauma and PTSD can make you feel alone, like nobody will truly understand your experiences. But there are people in Timor-Leste available to listen and assist. Reaching out is brave.
Consider contacting a hotline in Timor-Leste right away for free, private help with trauma & PTSD.