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Discussions of the Trauma Sub-Community Announcement Thread
by audienta
Last post
16 hours ago
...See more Hello everyone, In this thread, the discussions of the trauma sub-community will be announced by the hosts 24 hours in advance. After a session has happened, I'll remove the post so that the thread stays nice and clean. (Update 10/15/2024: I cannot delete posts due to a bug. I hope this will get resolved soon.) If you want to be tagged for future discussions, please comment or pm me and I'll add you to the list. You can find the schedule of the discussions here (clickable) [https://www.7cups.com/forum/TraumaticExperiencesCommunity_60/DissociationRelatedDisorders_2335/ScheduleDiscussionsaboutDissociativeDisorders_302437/]. If you need to convert the time into your time zone, click here (clickable) [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/7cupstime]. Please let me know if you have any questions! Take care, audienta (lastly updated: 6/13/2023)
Trauma Support Community Check-In for November 2024 - Veterans & Military Families Month
by audienta
Last post
2 days ago
...See more Hello everyone, welcome to this month's check-in! This month is Veterans & Military Families Month. (Source [https://www.militaryonesource.mil/media/toolkits/service-provider/national-veterans-military-families-month/#:~:text=Every%20November%2C%20Military%20OneSource%20honors,members%20of%20our%20military%20community.]) This month we want to appreciate the support that families of soldiers give them and the sacrifices that they make to be able to give this support. We also want to appreciate veterans for the work they have done. Being part of a military family as well as being a veteran can come with a lot of trauma so we want you to know that this community is here for you.  On a side note, we're currently working on a regular support chat for veterans, so if you're interested in that, please pm me. ------------------------- Trauma Support Community Check-In for November 2024 1) What is something that helps you to feel grounded when the world around you gets overwhelming? 2) What are some challenges you're anticipating this month? 3) What's a strength you've discovered in yourself or your family through difficult times? ------------------------- If you have a question you'd like me to ask at the next check-in, please let me know! Take care, audienta ------------------------- Source: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/parenting/family-life/military-family-appreciation/ [https://www.militaryonesource.mil/parenting/family-life/military-family-appreciation/] ------------------------- You can get added to or removed from the trauma support taglist here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/TraumaSupport_60/ampResources_2334/TraumaSupportAutomatedTaglist_219256/]. @0Some0where0I0BELONG0 @13irth @adaptableLake3534 @adequatelyInadequate @adventurousAcres9344 @adventurousBranch3786 @AffyAvo @AguaNector6700 @allYou @Amelia2324 @amiableBunny4016 @AshFox2007 @AstronomySkies @audienta @Avaray @BeautifulCreation999 @BeenAKiwi @bela12345 @BillyJoeBobb @blueScarf9326 @bouncyBreeze44 @BraveAdventurer @BrokenDreamsPalace @BrokenMedic @bubblegumPuppy68 @bumblebee2307 @Bunnylovesyou @CalmRosebud @CaptainTrev @carefulKitten1131 @CaringBrit @charmingSky5972 @Chrissy911666 @Claireolomi @clare7199 @Colorfulcatsofhope @communicativePond1728 @communicativeYard2325 @conicha @CoolBeans29 @coolvibes @Crakyz @creativeStrings1531 @crimsonLime6525 @crxxtvfl0w @cueball @cyanPlatypus6370 @DaniAleah156 @Dannc7c @DarkGalaxy55555 @daydreammemories @Deadtiredperson175 @delicatepunk @depressedsatellite1452 @diligentDime8651 @DinaElwy @domesticEmerald50s @Eitas @emotional232023 @emotionalTalker2260 @emylly @FallenAngel0128 @Feathersfall @FigureskatingEquestrian @Fireskye13 @Fleggles @fluien @forcefulFriend4768 @Gagaintheroom @gentleLand5245 @Ghxstie @goldenSpruce1512 @Grandmaof10 @Greenchoice1 @gregariousBeing5071 @Grits1910 @helpfulLion92 @hillsideblues @honestpanda81 @HonestWarrior6624 @HopeNChayil @HumanPersonThingy @Iamwhoiamwhoami @IceCream4IceCream @iloveyouxx @IndigoWhisper @InfinityandBeyond23 @inventiveOrange1313 @Itisbailey @jcqlinshots @Journey144 @jovialButterfly6752 @jr50 @Judy7 @jupitermatilde @JustSmilingThruHell @Kekesea11 @Kickiree @Kimmkimm @kindTurtle3738 @kittydragon771 @Kunoichi91Warrior @LightofWorld @LillithHolly @Lilly28 @lilmissjaded @lionsaether @littleHuman9247 @littleOtter1342 @LordFireStorm71 @lovehummingbirdsCindy @LovelyForever6990 @LovelyOrangeJuice @LoveMyMoonflowers @lowkeyem1001 @Lubo123 @Luchelle @lyricalAngel70 @Marigold357 @maya6548 @mcooper7583 @Meenagirl @Mellietronx @mish3l @MistyMagic @mkaitx @Mooglethefluffy @MunchieTaters @MVObserver @mytwistedsoul @navyMango2804 @neatBlueberry3608 @neonDog3649 @neonOwl3442 @NevaehRose @Nolanhm @NoneTheWiser @nonethewiser @notmyselftoday @Novelwriter @npos25 @oceancruiser48 @Oceanwaves16 @OffDutySeraph @OneErased @OneWithSugar @ottersngiggles @parkey @Parvlakin @PatienceImpatiens @pencilmarks @Petrichor2000 @Philowl @Pidgeymon @PinkestOctopus @politeBunny7572 @practicalIdeal2007 @purpleWheel873 @QuietLotus @rainbow3140 @Randomperson453 @RansviewTheWizard @raspberry563 @ReallyRuth @Rebekahwriter13 @Redhawk6547 @Redirecting @redmark @reliablePeach8464 @Rosa9570 @SafeSpace1776 @SapphireSoul @SarahAlaina15 @scarletPear1945 @selfdisciplinedTiger5523 @sensitiveShade5337 @ShapeshiftSystem @shellofashell @shiningDay80 @Silverviolets @sincereThinker3571 @sleepingd0gg0 @SmileSravani @SnippyHam @sofiamartino18 @SoftForestHSP77 @SoulSupporter102 @StarlightSystemDID @stickercollection @Storyhymns1234 @straightforwardSkies7721 @sugarcookies7 @Summer899 @SynSavory @Taylorz27 @tealOak8933 @teenytinyturtle @The0Vetoed0System @TheAutumnWitch @TheFisherKing @ThisIsLogan @ThreadbareThinker @Tinywhisper11 @TransparentPuzzle @turquoiseHemlock900 @Turtlegrrrl8 @u1146 @underapinetree @Understandingempath @UndomesticGoddess @unique73 @uniqueDaisy @veeceebee @Verysadperson101 @Vivikun9 @WarriorHeartsSystem @weepingwillow5489 @WelcomeToChat @wontwakewontsleep @WorkingitThrough2 @Worrior22Warrior @Writersworld @WriteToHeal42 @xandia @xmoonsie16x0
What to do after a sexual assault
by audienta
Last post
October 2nd
...See more What to do after a sexual assault If you're in danger, please call your local emergency line. TW: Sexual Assault What is sexual assault? Sexual assault is defined as sexual contact or behaviour that happens without explicit consent. Examples of sexual assault are: * Fondling or unwanted sexual touching * Non-consensual kissing * Forcing a victim to perform sexual acts, such as oral sex or penetrating the perpetrator’s body * Penetration of the victim’s body, also known as rape * Attempted rape What is explicit consent? The consent should be freely and clearly communicated. Also, it can be taken back at any point. You cannot give consent when you’re * incapacitated by drugs or alcohol * feeling pressured, threatened, or intimidated * under the legal age of consent What do I do right after experiencing sexual assault? * If you’re severely injured or in immediate danger, call your emergency line. * If you’re not in immediate danger but do not feel safe, consider calling someone you trust for support. * Know that what happened is not your fault. * If possible, call your local sexual assault hotline or a victim support center. * Go to a health care facility to receive medical attention and a sexual assault forensic exam, also known as “rape kit”. This has to be done within 72h and if possible, you should not go to the bathroom, shower, comb your hair, change your clothes, or clean up the area in which the assault has happened before you have done the exam. * Consider getting Post-Exposure-Prophylaxis, DoxyPEP, or the emergency contraceptive pill to protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy depending on what you want and what your doctor recommends. * If you want to, report the assault. If you’re already getting medical attention, you can tell a medical professional that you want to report the assault. Otherwise, you can also call your local police department. What do I do afterwards? * Safety planning Brainstorm what you could do to stay safe and reduce the risk of future harm. Remember that it is not your fault that it happened though. * Therapy Working with a therapist might help with dealing with the challenges you might face after experiencing sexual assault. * Support group Dealing with the aftermath of a sexual assault is hard. But you’re not alone. In support groups you have the option to talk to other people with similar experiences. * Self-Care Making sure that our body and mind are well cared for can make such a difference. Focus on what helps you to feel grounded and safe. * Be careful with media consumption Portrayal of sexual violence in the media can be very triggering for sexual assault survivors. Remember that you don’t have to watch potentially triggering content. Pay attention to trigger or content warnings and read about the content before you watch it. How can 7 Cups help? 7 Cups can only support you while you’re not in crisis, which means, you can’t be actively self-harming, suicidal, in active danger, or planning on hurting someone while using 7 Cups. When you’re safe, this is what 7 Cups can offer: * 1-1 chats with trained listeners You can talk to our trained listeners 24/7. You can browse for listeners here [https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/]. * Open and guided group support chats You can find the schedule of all trauma support discussions here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/trauma/General_2433/ScheduleDiscussionsoftheTraumaSubCommunity_302437/]. * Self-help guides There are different self-help guides available, including one about traumatic experiences. You find all of them here [https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php].  * Online therapy 7 Cups offers online therapy for USD §39.75 per week. This includes daily messaging - the therapist responds 1-2 times a day from monday to friday. If you want to have weekly video sessions, this costs additional §55 per week. You can find more information about that here [https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy]. Resources After Sexual Assault | RAINN [https://rainn.org/after-sexual-assault] Recovering from Sexual Violence | RAINN [https://rainn.org/recovering-sexual-violence] Tips for Survivors on Consuming Media | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/tips-survivors-consuming-media] Self-Care After Trauma | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/self-care-after-trauma] Telling Loved Ones About Sexual Assault | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/telling-loved-ones-about-sexual-assault] Reporting to Law Enforcement | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/reporting-law-enforcement] Steps You Can Take After Sexual Assault | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/steps-you-can-take-after-sexual-assault] The Importance of DNA in Sexual Assault Cases | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/importance-dna-sexual-assault-cases] What Is a Sexual Assault Forensic Exam? | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/rape-kit] Sexual Assault | RAINN What Consent Looks Like | RAINN [https://rainn.org/articles/what-is-consent] What Is Sexual Assault? | Columbia Health [https://www.health.columbia.edu/content/what-sexual-assault#:~:text=Sexual%20assault%20can%20encompass%20a,committing%20the%20harm%20against%20them] Post-Exposure-Prophylaxis | WebMD [https://www.webmd.com/hiv-aids/post-exposure-prophylaxis] DoxyPEP Factsheet | Public Health LA [http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/chs/Docs/DoxyPEP_Factsheet_EN.pdf] Emergency Contraceptive Pill | NHS UK [https://www.nhs.uk/contraception/methods-of-contraception/emergency-contraceptive-pill-morning-after-pill/what-is-it/#:~:text=The%20emergency%20contraceptive%20pill%2C%20sometimes,on%20the%20type%20of%20pill.]
introduction and sort of trauma dump
by generousEyes493
Last post
15 hours ago
...See more hiii, i’m lili, i’m 13, and i’m new to this group so, basically, i’ve had a rough life, sexual harassment, emotional abuse, physical abuse, *** parents. over the past year, i’ve noticed that i’m displaying symptoms of cptsd, which i guess would be accurate, since it was long periods of extreme stress other than that, i struggle with other problems related to trauma, and tbh, it’s hard, i can’t trust people and i have a lot of mental health issues, so i haven’t really opened up to people in real life anywayy… that’s enough from me, so byeess
Hi
by blueStrings9188
Last post
October 28th
...See more Hi, everyone! I have CPTSD. I'm excited to have found 7cups. 
Hi, I'm blitheSun
by blitheSun94
Last post
July 31st
...See more Hello, everyone, You may have seen me around for quite some time. After completing the 7 Cups Internship with Honors in 2015, I went on to fulfill many leadership roles here on 7 Cups in the Bipolar/Schizophrenic/Psychosis, Trauma Support, and LGBTIA+ communities. After a lengthy self-care break, I am happy to announce my return to the forums! My goal is to reach as many of you as possible with a warm, loving embrace and connect you with additional resources for on-going support.  ------------------------- Stats: I am in my 30s and live in the U.S. I am passionate about the work I do offsite as a full-time paralegal working from home serving Veterans and their Caregivers. I am a wife, mother, and student pursuing continuing education in the legal field with previous experience in mental health both as a provider and a patient.  Diagnoses: Mixed Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia, Endometriosis, and Chronic Pain.  Future Plans: I am satisfied with all I have accomplished to date, but eventually would like to finish my degree in Paralegal Studies and publish a book.  ------------------------- Should anything else come to mind, please do not hesitate to reach out. I am here for Member support and Peer support alike and look forward to growing alongside you all.  If all you did today was make it through the day, that is enough. Grateful to be here, Bli 💙
hi, show some love. ❤️ TW
by lilmissjaded
Last post
February 19th
...See more Hi! I’m new here. you can call me lilmissjaded. i’m a 23 year old female from USA. I’m *healing* through the aftermath of human/sex trafficking, rape, suicidal attempts, addiction and daddy issues just to sum it all up. I obviously have PTSD and bipolar tendencies. My anxiety leaves me unable to attach to people and I tend to push away all my support. I truly feel nobody understands me. I feel as if I have to put a wall up to everyone new, and I have to protect those around me from me. I know I’m a mess and drain joy. I complicate everything for those around me. I guess when you see the horrors of the world, it’s hard to see it as innocent ever again. I have panic attacks when I engage in sexual activity, leading me to be celibate. i’m so scared I will be alone forever because no one will be able to handle my trauma and the aftermath it left on me. i would love to speak with someone who feels similarly or has overcame these feelings just to give me hope. my current state is barely living. I created a journal on here I would love for you guys to join in. I am tired of feeling so alone in my thoughts.
Introduction of starryCandy6123
by audienta
Last post
December 31st, 2023
...See more Hi I am starryCandy6123 I am 68 years old, i live in Scotland with my partner, and our 3 cats. I suffer from bi polar, panic attacks, depression, and various other afflictions. I joined 7 cups after i retired, after i was verified as a listener, I began looking at other services that we offer, I followed the Leadership, development programme.  I am glad to say i graduate in January 1st2024. I have joined the trauma group as a forum supporter.  I would be pleased to talk, or help anyone , who needs it
Hi, I'm audienta
by audienta
Last post
December 27th, 2023
...See more Hello everyone, After starting the Awareness and Education on Dissociative Disorders Project [https://www.7cups.com/forum/TraumaSupport_60/DissociationRelatedDisorders_2335/OverviewovertheAwarenessandEducationonDissociativeDisordersProject_302011/], I recently became a Community Mentor for the Trauma Community. My goal is it to support everyone to the best of my abilities. But to start, I thought, it would make sense to introduce myself for you to have a picture of who I am. ------------------------- Stats: I'm in my 20s and live in Switzerland. I prefer they/them pronouns in English and sie/ihr in German - these are the languages I speak besides Swissgerman and some French. Diagnoses: I'm autistic and have been dealing with a lot of related comorbidities, like c-PTSD, recurrent depressive disorder, anxiety, dissociative disorders, functional neurological disorder with non-epileptic seizures, ehlers-danlos-syndrom, POTS, etc. Future Plans: At the moment, I'm not able to work, but in the future, I'd love to focus on peer support as well as research and support for people with complex chronic illnesses. ------------------------- Do you have any questions or ideas, please let me know! My PMs are always open. Due to my illnesses, I sometimes have a slow response time but on the other hand, they allow me to relate to you and support you thoroughly. Take care, audienta
Hi, I am Bunny!
by Bunnylovesyou
Last post
September 20th, 2023
...See more Hey lovelies 💕 I'm Bunny, a group moderator for the Trauma Support community! I host chats every Wednesday (currently its at 11pm est, my schedule is a bit wild xD) for teens with any dissociative disorder. A little bit about me: I am a 15 year old genderfluid (they/he/she/it) pronouns, who lives in Tennessee (southern us). I absolutely adore reading and writing and playing musical instruments. I play 4 (clarinet, piano, guitar, and trumpet!). I am homeschooled because i travel a lot. I have ADHD, PSTD, Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, and I am the host of a Partial DID system. I am a sexual abuse, and mental abuse survivor. Why am I a part of this team? When i joined 7cups on the listener side (i have been here since June 2022 on my M) I knew i had to do something for fellow systems and dissociative disorders. I found the team, and asked @Audienta if maybe i could open it up for hosting on the teen side. and that's how Wednesday chats were born. Other roles i have on 7cups: I am a member of the safety patrol, a peer supporter, a newbie hub mod, a lgtbq mod, a listener room supporter. I love being on the forums and the chat rooms and taking personal chats. I hope to continue hosting for this community and spreading the love. take care, and never forget Bunny loves you 💕 -Bunny
Hi I'm Azula
by azuladragon34
Last post
September 5th, 2023
...See more Hello everyone. My name is Azula and I have been a listener on 7cups since 2019. As a listener, I am heavily involved in my roles such as chatroom moderator, mentor for three different tracks (chatroom, quality and academy). As a person...well... let's say my life is not all rainbows and butterflies. I am a 29 year old female living with lifelong developmental disorders (autism and ADHD) and physical issues (PCOS). I am a survivor of abuse (maternal abuse) and bullying. However, I haven't let these completely take over and ruin who I am. I am studying to be a counsellor and I am hoping to integrate what I've learnt during my studies and my personal experience towards helping people and making their lives better. I am happy to be the Project Agent for Trauma Support. I am ALWAYS here if you need anything and I can't wait to make the community even better!!! Feel free to ask me any questions :) Love and blessings, AZ
Hello
by AguaNector6700
Last post
August 20th, 2023
...See more Hello, I’m new to 7 cups. I love it here. I have severe PTSD which causes me to feel suicidal often. I am actively working on this. I have two cats, I love karaoke and board games. I love coffee shops. I enjoy my in person support groups. And I’m really getting a lot out of 7 cups. I am 34. I live alone in my apartment in the Midwest of the US. Im hoping to establish great connections here!
Hi, I'm Tabby ♡
by TabbyCat97
Last post
July 31st, 2023
...See more Hey hey everybody :) 🐾♡🐾♡🐾♡🐾♡🐾 I'm Tabby, a group moderator in the Trauma Support Community 💕 I host open chats for Trauma Survivors on the Teen side 🐾 I have made this post to introduce myself, to tell you all a little more about me ♡ ------------------------- A little about me ~ I am a 16 year old girl from England and my pronouns are she/her 💜 I love cats! I also enjoy nature, making bracelets and volunteering to help wherever I can :) In my previous home, I had a cat called Poppy - she was a Tabby Cat, and that's where my name comes from :3 Why I'm apart of the Trauma Support Team ~ I have personally been through a lot of trauma in my life since being very young and I know how difficult living with trauma, and the long term affects it can have, is. I want to be there for, and support others going through similar things to what I have been through, and I love volunteering <3 The Trauma Support Community is wonderful, and I love that there is a safe space for people to come to who may be struggling :') My Future Plans ~ My future plans are to continue hosting Open Support Chats for Trauma Survivors on teenie land and to hopefully start helping out some in forums and answering some posts :) ------------------------- Thank you all so much for reading a little about me :) I am always here for you all! You're pawesome awesome, and we care about you here <3 From, Tabz 🐾
Let me Inroduce myself: New Forum Supporter for Trauma Sub-Community
by WorkingitThrough2
Last post
July 18th, 2023
...See more Hello, fellow Cupsters: I am WorkingitThrough2, and I came to 7cups in 2017 because I struggled with CPTSD, SA, and Anxiety. I was just recently given the diagnosis of having Dissociation or OSDD still being tested for the category. I am Married and have one living adult daughter and a son who is deceased. I enjoy singing, DIY projects, inventing things that help make life easier for myself or my friends, and writing. I worked with the state Autism division and the physically impaired adults for many years. I also trained as a Peer Support Specialist (certified) I have the honor of being the new Forum Supporter, and I really hope to do my best to support everyone. I am glad you are here, and we all have a journey, but you are never alone.❤️
Hey, I've come to say hello
by SpaceSparrow
Last post
July 5th, 2023
...See more This is my first time rejoining again. My original accounts are lost in my passwords somewhere and honestly, it's not worth the effort. Anyway, I haven't been in here in years and holy mother in christ it's changed so much. Anywho, I've go me some of them there trauma from various conditions I've unhappily picked up after a major injury. Living with these feelings us hard, but I hope we can all help each other get through our woes. So yeah, hi!

Trauma Support

Please note: blue text is hyperlinked.


Welcome to Trauma Support! We aim to provide a safe, empowering, inclusive, supportive and proactive community for trauma survivors to have the opportunity to begin healing from our experiences, in a non-judgmental environment. We also want to help spread awareness about trauma and its impact on individuals' lives while validating the members of this community, reducing the isolation many people feel. Therefore, trauma survivors as well as loved ones of them or people who want to learn about trauma are welcome here. 


What are the different forum topics for Trauma Support?

Bluelight, Medical & Veterans Trauma Support: Support for those who experience or witness trauma at work

Check-Ins & Prompts:  Regular check-ins and prompts, created by our leadership team

Child & Domestic Abuse: For people who have experienced child abuse, domestic abuse or even both

Coping with Attachment Difficulties: Help and support for people with attachment difficulties

Creativity Corner: A creative space for poetry, art, and healing and recovery quotes

Dissociation & Related Disorders: A place to discuss your struggles with dissociation and how it relates to your trauma

Introductions & Welcomes: Are you new to the Trauma Community? Share a little about yourself!

Journaling Stories: This area is for sharing your story or creating a diary

PTSD & Complex Trauma: Share stories and seek support for PTSD and complex PTSD

Resources: Share and seek resources here

Sexual Assault and Sexual Abuse: A place for those affected by sexual assault and sexual abuse

Trauma through Bullying: A place to seek support around the issue of suffering traumatic experiences as a result of bullying

Trauma through War: This section is there for people who have been impacted by war

Traumatic Loss: For survivors of traumatic loss of any kind


How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable to). 

Alternatively, you may wish to join us as a Forum Leader. Check out this thread for more information.

In addition to that, you can take part in discussions or become a host for them.

Finally, you could also have a look at the posts of our trauma support sub-community writing team or even join it. 


Helpful Threads

Taglist: Do you want to stay up to date with our community? Then join our taglist to be notified for important posts.

Discussions: Here you can find out when the next discussion takes place.

Trauma Support Room Access: Find out how you can access the trauma support room here. The room is open during the discussions and on Sundays.

Masterpost: Within this thread, you can find a number of educative and supportive posts that our writing team has written.

Leadership Team: In this thread, you can get to know our leadership team.


Trauma Support FAQ

Are there any sub-community specific guidelines that we need to adhere to? 

- Yes, all sub-community specific guidelines can be found below and should be followed in addition to the general forum guidelines.

How can I give feedback or ideas to the leadership team?

- You can either pm audienta directly, use this form to contact the forum leaders, or this form for general feedback about the trauma support sub-community.


Help... I still have a question! 

You can ask your questions in this thread and someone will respond to you as soon as possible.

Community Guidelines

These are the Trauma Support Sub-Community Guidelines, which have been drawn up in addition to the 7 Cups main guidelines and are specific for the Trauma Support community:

  • Uphold and comply with the 7 Cups main guidelines
  • Respect everyone, members and listeners alike
  • Do not discourage/be unsupportive/blame/judge one another for their past
  • No graphic, in depth descriptions or pictures which could be triggering for others - in forums, chat and support session
  • Please always add a trigger warning if you believe your thread could be potentially triggering/harmful and/or contains one of the topics on this list. Also, please add a short topic description to the trigger warning (e.g. "Trigger Warning: Domestic Abuse) and if you're in a group support chat, wait a moment to see if everyone is comfortable with the topic. If not, agree on a time span during which the person who's not comfortable with the topic leaves the chat. Once they come back after this time span, change the topic.
  • Cursing not permitted and must be asterisked. (It is fine to vent and to express appropriate anger, but as curse words have often been used during abusive and traumatic experiences, we ask members and listeners to asterisk abusive/curse words to avoid triggering and upsetting members where possible and to maintain a respectful environment and to encourage positive and healthy expression of anger.)
  • Forums postings made by listeners and members should be transparent, made in English and should not be blocked out using colouring to disguise content of wording/messages sent between members/listeners, to maintain the safety of all users of the trauma sub community and to ensure all rules are being complied with.
  • Everyone is unique and their experiences are individual to them. Everyone’s experiences and how they think and feel about these are valid. Everyone reacts to traumatic experiences differently. This will be respected and appreciated without judgement.
Community Leaders
Community Mentor Leader