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Jun 2024
35m 44s

Understanding Triggers

Afaf Ouardi
About this episode
If you experienced a traumatic event, you likely remember certain sounds, smells, words, or discussions related to that experience. When you encounter these reminders, known as triggers, you may get a feeling of anxiety, unease or even panic. In this episode, we try to understand symptoms, reasons, and ways to deal with triggers. 
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