People often seek support when...
- Intrusive memories, nightmares or strong reactions to reminders
- Avoiding people, places or situations linked to the experience
- Feeling constantly on guard or unsafe
- Emotional numbness, shame or difficulty trusting
EDHA concern guide
Trauma & PTSD
Trauma can affect sleep, concentration, relationships, sense of safety and the way the body responds to reminders. Some people experience intrusive memories, avoidance or persistent hyper-alertness.
How counselling may help
- Build safety and stabilisation skills
- Understand trauma responses without self-blame
- Work gradually with memories or triggers using appropriate approaches
- Rebuild connection, confidence and daily functioning
When other care may also be appropriate
Trauma work should match the person’s stability and needs. Acute risk, severe dissociation, psychosis or major medical concerns may require specialist or in-person care.
EDHA is not an emergency service. If there is immediate risk, seek urgent in-person help through local emergency services or the nearest hospital. Government of India Tele-MANAS is available 24x7 at 14416 or 1800-89-14416.
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