Everyone must read and abide by the rules to participate in the Red Heron forums.

Trauma is like an earthquake, shaking the foundation of our being. And as with earthquakes, aftershocks can continue well after the original event. This section deals with managing crisis moments as they come up in our daily lives.

These forums are for posts that don't fit in any of the other, more specific categories.

Learning is a large part of trauma recovery - learning how to view the world in a new light, discovering new ways of relating to ourselves, and educating ourselves about our ongoing conditions.

Several experiences are unique to the trauma recovery process. Talk about them here.

Are you struggling with overwhelming feelings? Post in one of these forums for suggestions on weathering the storm.

Use these forums to discuss issues specific to diagnoses you have been given. Please note that forum members cannot give you a diagnosis, and you should not self-diagnose.

We're all at a different place on the road to recovering from trauma. If you're in a place where speaking about your trauma in detail will be helpful, these are the forums for you. Remember, however, that we are here to architect the future, not to be trapped by the past. Don't let speaking of the past ruin the future you're building.

Trigger warning: Members are encouraged to be frank about their past trauma in these forums. You are advised to avoid these forums if reading about such things will have a negative impact on your own recovery.

Getting effective treatment is one of the biggest barriers to overcoming trauma. In these forums, you can find help with advocating for effective care.

Red Heron is proud to partner with mental health professionals and academics researching new and improved ways to help people recover from trauma. Studies approved by the Red Heron team are posted here so members can choose whether to participate.