Traumatizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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traumatizing

 

[ˈtrɔɪmətaɪzɪŋ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

emotional impact

Traumatizing refers to experiences or events that cause severe emotional shock or distress. It often results in lasting psychological effects, such as anxiety or depression. Traumatizing incidents can stem from various sources, including accidents, violent acts, or profound loss.

Synonyms

distressing, painful, shocking, upsetting.

Examples of usage

  • The car accident had a traumatizing effect on her.
  • Witnessing the violence was a traumatizing experience.
  • For many, childhood abuse can be traumatizing.
  • The news of the tragedy was traumatizing for the community.

Interesting Facts

Psychology

  • Experiences that can be traumatizing often include events like accidents, natural disasters, or witnessing violence.
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after a person experiences something deeply scary or shocking.
  • The brain can react to traumatizing events by affecting memory, emotions, and even behavior.

Literature

  • Many stories and novels explore traumatizing events to help readers understand human emotions and resilience.
  • Authors often use characters' traumas to develop plots and create deeper connections with readers.

Cultural Perspectives

  • Different cultures have unique ways of dealing with trauma, including storytelling, rituals, and communal support.
  • In some societies, talking about traumatic experiences is an essential part of healing and understanding within the community.

Media

  • Movies and television shows often depict trauma to highlight character struggles, showing realistic consequences and recovery paths.
  • Documentaries can portray real-life traumatic events to raise awareness about social issues and encourage discussions on mental health.

Support Systems

  • Therapeutic practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy aim to help individuals process and heal from traumatizing experiences.
  • Support groups offer a safe space for people to share their experiences and feelings, which can aid in recovery.

Translations

Translations of the word "traumatizing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 traumatizante

🇮🇳 आघात पहुँचाने वाला

🇩🇪 traumatisierend

🇮🇩 traumatisasi

🇺🇦 травмуючий

🇵🇱 traumatyzujący

🇯🇵 トラウマを与える

🇫🇷 traumatisant

🇪🇸 traumatizante

🇹🇷 travmatik

🇰🇷 트라우마를 주는

🇸🇦 مسبب للصدمة

🇨🇿 traumatizující

🇸🇰 traumatizujúci

🇨🇳 创伤性的

🇸🇮 traumatičen

🇮🇸 sorgandi

🇰🇿 травматикалық

🇬🇪 ტრავმული

🇦🇿 travma yaradan

🇲🇽 traumatizante

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,476, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.