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Weekly sessions are available. Grouport offers therapist-led dialectical behavior therapy skills groups online. The first 12 weeks covers fundamental DBT skills.
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Bedwetting is a common issue among children, often considered a normal part of development. However, if bedwetting continues past the age of seven or suddenly starts again after a period of dryness, it might be a sign of underlying issues. One such possible trigger is trauma. This article explores the connection between bedwetting and trauma and offers guidance on navigating this situation.
Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis, refers to involuntary urination during sleep. It's common in children, especially those under seven years old. Most children outgrow this condition as they age and gain better control over their bladder. However, sometimes, bedwetting can be a symptom of underlying physical or emotional issues.
Physical or emotional trauma can significantly affect a child's behavior and well-being, potentially including bedwetting. Events such as accidents, natural disasters, losing a loved one, divorce, or any situation where the child feels intense fear, helplessness, or stress can be traumatic.
When a child experiences trauma, it can disrupt their sense of safety and normalcy, leading to physical symptoms and behavioral changes. Bedwetting can be one such physical manifestation. It can occur because trauma and stress can interfere with the child's ability to control their bladder, particularly during sleep when conscious control is relaxed.
If bedwetting is suspected to be trauma-related, the first step is to ensure the child feels safe and supported. Punishment or shame can worsen the situation by adding additional stress and anxiety. Reassure the child that bedwetting is not their fault and that they are not alone in dealing with this issue.
A healthcare provider should be consulted to rule out any physical causes and confirm if trauma could be the root cause. A pediatrician or a child psychologist can offer strategies and treatments to help manage trauma-related bedwetting. In some cases, psychotherapy or counseling might be recommended to address the underlying trauma.
Understanding the connection between bedwetting and trauma is crucial for effective intervention. While bedwetting can be stressful for both the child and parents, it's important to approach the situation with patience, understanding, and professional help. With the right support and guidance, children can overcome trauma-related bedwetting and continue their journey toward healing and recovery.
Grouport Therapy provides online cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) groups to assist individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. Our online group therapy sessions teach members how to integrate CBT techniques into their daily lives. Incorporating these skill sets enables them to recognize triggers, counteract negative thought patterns, and adopt more positive behaviors to recover from and manage their symptoms. In addition to CBT, our PTSD treatment utilizes prolonged exposure therapy (PE), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), and stress inoculation training (SIT) in a group setting.
Our licensed Therapist leads weekly group sessions conducted remotely in the comfort of members' homes. According to participant feedback, 70% experienced significant improvements within 8 weeks.
You don't have to face these challenges alone. Join our community and work together towards a brighter future. Sign up for one of our groups today and begin your journey towards meaningful, lasting change and renewed hope.
We also offer skills groups, such as our dialectical behavior therapy skills group. Our DBT Skills Group, is a therapist-led module driven group that will provide you new skills to replace behaviors and emotions causing friction in your daily life and relationships. It is excellent for interpersonal connections, building social skills concerning relationship issues, improving emotion regulation & distress tolerance, and developing deeper mindfulness.
We infuse cognitive behavioral & EMDR techniques in our group therapy sessions for PTSD & Trauma. Get effective and affordable treatment for trauma.
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