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Psychological Trauma

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Psychological trauma refers to the emotional and psychological distress experienced as a result of an overwhelmingly stressful event or series of events. It can have long-lasting effects on an individual's mental well-being.

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