Term ID: T4844

Relational Trauma

/relational-trauma/
Psychological injury resulting from harmful experiences within interpersonal relationships, particularly early attachments.
Example: Developmental trauma from childhood abuse or neglect that affects ability to form healthy relationships in adulthood.

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Reference: van der Kolk (2005)