A poem from Iris Rose’s book fragile feelings delves into some of the complex emotions that arises from experiencing a traumatic event. “My trauma did…
“Ginny and Georgia” is a popular movie series on Netflix that explores the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and intergenerational trauma, while also shedding light on…
Phil Kaye’s spoken word poem “Repetition” is a masterclass in exploring the paradoxical nature of language and its intimate connection to personal experience, particularly trauma….
The poem “are you okay” by Ellen Everett delves into the depths of emotional turmoil, painting a vivid picture of internal struggles masked by a…
Eating disorders have increasingly become recognized as a class of psychiatric disorders that pose serious risks to individuals. According to the American Psychiatry Association (APA),…
The popular Youtube channel Button Poetry showcases a poem written by Nora Cooper entitled I Won’t Write You Obituary. The powerful poem discusses the topic…
[trigger warning: talk of war and PTSD] Melissa Walker shares the powerful story of military members and the horrors they go through while in battle,…
Featured on the popular poetry Youtube channel Button Poetry, is a popular poem written by Neil Hilborn describing his struggles with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)….
Sadhaka is a poem by Canadian poet and York University Associate Professor, B.W. Powe. It was published in his 2016 book, Decoding Dust. Through Sadhaka’s…
In this poem by Wendy Thompson Taiwo, the weight of generational trauma, carried for over three decades, is tangible. Wanting to shed this burden, not…
