Do I have trauma I don't remember?
Do I Have Trauma I Don’t Remember? Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
What Is Repressed or Forgotten Trauma?
You might’ve heard someone casually say, “I’ve probably blocked it out,” when talking about a tough childhood. But—hold on—can trauma really disappear from memory like that?
Understanding Repression
Repressed trauma is when the brain, to protect you from emotional pain, kind of… shoves a memory into a dark mental drawer. It's still there, technically, but out of reach. Psychologists have debated this for decades—some argue it’s possible, especially in early childhood, others are more skeptical.
Childhood Amnesia and Early Trauma
If something traumatic happened when you were a toddler, chances are you simply don’t consciously remember it. That’s because the brain wasn’t fully formed yet to store explicit memories. But the body? It might still remember (yup, somatic memory is real and creepy-cool at the same time).
Signs You May Have Forgotten Trauma
Okay, so what if something did happen—but you genuinely don’t recall it? How would you even know?
1. Unexplained Emotional Reactions
Do you get irrationally anxious in certain places, with certain people, or during specific situations? Say, you freeze up when someone raises their voice—not just annoyed, but full-on terrified. That might be your nervous system reacting to something old, buried deep.
2. Chronic Dissociation or "Spacing Out"
If you feel like you “check out” from your surroundings frequently, lose time, or struggle to feel present, that could be a protective response developed over years. I had a friend who couldn’t sit through arguments without mentally disappearing—turns out, her parents fought violently when she was little.
3. Relationship Patterns That Don’t Add Up
This one’s tricky. If you constantly attract people who mistreat or emotionally abandon you, it’s worth exploring why. Sometimes, people recreate old wounds because they’re… familiar (ugh, I know).
Why Trauma Might Stay Hidden
Your brain isn’t trying to be shady. It’s trying to help. At the time the trauma occurred, you maybe didn’t have the tools to process it. So your subconscious slammed the emergency brakes.
The Role of Defense Mechanisms
Repression. Denial. Minimization. These are all mental shields, and they’re not bad—they’ve likely helped you survive. But over time, they can blur your emotional landscape.
How to Begin Healing (Even Without Clear Memories)
You don’t need to remember everything to start healing, and that’s huge.
Therapy Options That Can Help
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): Excellent for trauma, even if the memories are hazy.
Somatic Therapy: Focuses on body-stored trauma.
Inner Child Work: Yup, it sounds cheesy. But it’s powerful stuff.
Journaling and Body Awareness
Start by paying attention to triggers. Journal what makes you uncomfortable—even if it seems random. Sometimes, the body gives clues that the mind misses.
Final Thought: You’re Not Broken
If you suspect you have trauma you don’t remember, you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. The mind is wild and protective. And healing? It doesn’t always start with answers—it starts with curiosity.
Also, give yourself some grace. Seriously. You’ve made it this far. That’s not nothing.
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Average Height to Weight for Teenage Boys - 13 to 20 Years
| Male Teens: 13 - 20 Years) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 14 Years | 112.0 lb. (50.8 kg) | 64.5" (163.8 cm) |
| 15 Years | 123.5 lb. (56.02 kg) | 67.0" (170.1 cm) |
| 16 Years | 134.0 lb. (60.78 kg) | 68.3" (173.4 cm) |
| 17 Years | 142.0 lb. (64.41 kg) | 69.0" (175.2 cm) |
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