How does childhood trauma affect us as adults? What is trauma? Trauma can be caused by abuse, neglect or a parent who is emotionally unavailable, traumatised, anxious or narcissistic. It can deeply affect our mental & physical health. Trauma can change our nervous system, cause anxiety, PTSD, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders, sleep issues, a lower immune function & chronic illness. To reduce generational trauma we must speak our truth. In these open & honest conversations I chat with everyday humans about the profound impact childhood trauma has had on their lives.