traumatic

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Over time—typically eight to 15 sessions—the prolonged exposure therapy could make the memories of the traumatic events approachable and turn them into something they could emotionally process and ultimately take power over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“It was a very traumatic thing,” Gil said of the fire.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Both brothers have over the years spoken openly about the traumatic impacts of losing their mother at a young age.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

“That traumatic situation has brought everyone closer,” first-year coach Lebre Merritt said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

Are you suffering from some kind of traumatic head injury or something?

From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick