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warmheartedGrapefruit813
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Fear in trauma
Trauma Support / by warmheartedGrapefruit813
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 March 30th, 2025
...See more Yes! Here’s a list of common fears associated with CPTSD and codependency, based on psychological research and insights from experts like Tim Fletcher: ### **Core Fears in CPTSD & Codependency** #### **1. Fear of Abandonment** - Terrified of being left alone or rejected. - May lead to clinging behavior or tolerating unhealthy relationships. #### **2. Fear of Rejection** - Deep anxiety about not being accepted or loved. - Leads to people-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries. #### **3. Fear of Conflict** - Avoids disagreements to prevent emotional pain or rejection. - Struggles with self-advocacy and expressing personal needs. #### **4. Fear of Failure** - Feels unworthy if they don’t meet high expectations. - Perfectionism and self-criticism are common coping mechanisms. #### **5. Fear of Disapproval** - Overly dependent on external validation. - Extreme anxiety over making mistakes or disappointing others. #### **6. Fear of Being a Burden** - Believes their needs are too much for others. - Often suppresses emotions and sacrifices personal well-being. #### **7. Fear of Losing Control** - Feels powerless in relationships or life situations. - May struggle with hypervigilance and trying to control outcomes. #### **8. Fear of Betrayal** - Deep mistrust due to past experiences of being let down. - Can result in difficulty forming healthy attachments. #### **9. Fear of Being Seen as “Bad” or Unworthy** - Rooted in childhood shame and criticism. - Feels undeserving of love and success. #### **10. Fear of Being Trapped** - Stems from feeling stuck in past trauma or toxic relationships. - Can cause avoidance of commitment or emotional closeness. These fears often drive self-destructive patterns like people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, and struggling with self-worth. Healing involves recognizing these fears and learning healthier ways to respond to them. Do any of these resonate with you?
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Emotional dysregulation in combination with trauma: Is someone else dealing with this?
ADHD Support / by warmheartedGrapefruit813
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 March 18th, 2025
...See more Emotional dysregulation in combination with trauma: Is someone else dealing with this?
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