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Course overview
Lesson Overview

10.39 – Safety for People With PTSD or Flashback Triggers: For trauma survivors, safety is both external and internal. Identify triggers—smells, sounds, or images—that spark panic. Modify your space with grounding tools like soft textures, calming scents, or weighted blankets. Post comforting affirmations near exits or mirrors to remind you of control. Keep communication plans with trusted contacts for high-stress moments. Learn grounding techniques such as counting objects, naming colors, or focusing on breath to anchor yourself. Reducing sudden noises, harsh lighting, or clutter minimizes startle responses. Inform supportive roommates or providers about triggers if comfortable. Healing doesn’t erase sensitivity; it rewires safety through understanding. Every practiced coping step reclaims ownership of your environment. PTSD management transforms vulnerability into resilience by designing spaces where calm becomes accessible again. Safety for trauma recovery means creating conditions where the body finally believes it is safe to rest.

About this course

Practical training to help individuals independently manage personal care, household tasks, and community responsibilities, building confidence and self-sufficiency in daily life.

This course includes:
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  • Supportive materials you can download and keep for future use
  • Flexibility to work at your own pace, when it fits your schedule

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