Part 3/8:
Rethinking Trauma: Beyond Immediate Relief to Psychological Healing
Essam passionately advocates for an intervention paradigm that can prevent trauma from embedding itself in a child's brain. He introduces the concept of the "golden hour," a critical window immediately following a traumatic event, during which timely support can alter long-term mental health outcomes.
He explains that trauma is an overwhelming experience—a powerful shock to the nervous system. If not addressed promptly, it can manifest as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, violence, and aggression.