Trauma can happen to anyone, anytime, and the mental, physical, social and emotional effects of it can last a lifetime. Trauma can be a significant barrier in many areas of healthcare, as it often it ...

Note: This article discusses serious topics pertaining to trauma. Although some psychological wounds heal into scars on their own, others require careful tending. Each individual’s needs and ...

“My daughter is so petrified; she’s terrified of needles. I don’t know where it came from.”—parent of an 11-year-old girl with cancer in Afraid of the Doctor: Every Parent’s Guide to Preventing and ...