Ep. 23: Trauma Triggers & 9/11
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Unhealed trauma can keep anyone caught in a vicious cycle.
Chris and Karlie talk about what it means to be “triggered” and how the trauma cycle works (00:30). Then, as we approach the 20th anniversary of 9/11, we talk ways to honor the memory of the lives lost and the heroes who saved so many (11:50). Also, did you know TikTok has suicide prevention resources? We’ll tell you where to look (18:59).
In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:
- Help Teen Life Regroup: Become a Monthly Donor
- Trauma Cycle Diagram
- Very Well Mind: What does it mean to be triggered?
- National Alliance on Mental Illness: Tools for Managing Traumatic Stress
- Newsweek: All the New TV Shows and Movies Coming Out to Commemorate the 20th Anniversary of 9/11
- TikTok Suicide Resources
- Luke Cabrera: luke.cabrera@thehills.org
Karlie Duke
Communications Director
Chris Robey
Former CEO
Chris Robey | Former CEO
Chris has spent most of his career empowering teenagers from all backgrounds. As the former leader of Teen Life, he is passionate about helping students make good choices while also giving adults the tools they need to communicate more effectively with teens. Chris is a graduate of Midwestern State University and holds a Master’s Degree in Family Life Education from Lubbock Christian University.
Karlie Duke | Director of Communications
Karlie has always had a heart for teenagers. Through her role at Teen Life, she loves to showcase the amazing stories coming out of Support Groups, but she is especially passionate about helping adults and teenagers find connection. Karlie has a BS in Communications with a minor in Family Studies from Abilene Christian University.
