In the much anticipated return to the Self Care Project, I was joined by Carina to discuss the commonly oversimplified topic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). However, once again, the conversation took us to a variety of other engaging areas. On this episode, Carina and I discuss: The current state of our mental health How is PTSD commonly misunderstood? Abusive relationship and domestic abuse Carina’s experience Her symptoms of PTSD Her experience of seeking help Why are women more likely to suffer from PTSD? Shame and guilt surrounding abusive relationships Chanel Contos’ consent campaign Exposure therapy as a response to PTSD? Grounding techniques Communicating with our child-self And much more! Thanks again for tuning in! Socialise with us:Instagram: @theselfcareprojectau Facebook: facebook.com/theselfcareprojectau Email: [email protected] If this episode triggered some negative thoughts or emotions, please follow the links I have provided below. YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND THERE IS A WAY FORWARD! It's never too late to get help! Links to helplines & Useful websitesCrisis support & Suicide preventionhttps://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Bluehttps://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Black Dog Institutehttps://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Domestic violencehttps://ntv.org.au/get-help/ Men's healthhttps://au.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health