Traumatic experiences happen more often than you might think. Because they are so common and frequently highly distressing, Slovakia has 4 to help people dealing with trauma and PTSD. Symptoms might involve:

A sensation of emotional numbness
Experiencing 'hypervigilance' or extreme alertness
Blaming yourself for what happened to you
Finding it hard to concentrate
Experiencing emotions that you went through during the trauma
Avoiding places that remind you of a traumatic event
Self-harming or destructive behaviour
Repetitive thoughts about how you could have changed or avoided the traumatic event

If you have any of these symptoms, reach out for help – you don’t have to be alone in your struggle. There is hope on the horizon and people who understand what you are going through.

The symptoms of trauma and PTSD can become overwhelming. Assistance is available in Slovakia to help you unpack your experiences and begin making sense of them. You can feel seen, heard and understood through compassionate listening and support.

If you think you might need support with the symptoms of trauma & PTSD today, consider contacting a helpline in Slovakia for free, confidential help.