Trauma Explained: Big T, Little T & PTSD | Ask The Doc: No Appointment Needed | Season 5 | Episode 6
In this episode:
What counts as trauma—and how does it affect our mental health? Dr. Rachna Buxani-Mirpuri, Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Buxani Counseling Care, breaks down the difference between Big T and little t traumas, explains how both can contribute to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and shares how trauma can silently shape behavior, relationships, and overall well-being.
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