Why Are So Many Adults Today Haunted by Trauma? Gabor Mate insights.
Our political and social systems don't support fundamental human needs, says Gabor Mate—which affects our ability to deal with traumatic events. Sixty percent of adults report difficult childhood experiences, including drawn-out divorces, violence, and abuse. The effects of trauma are long-lasting, ranging from anxiety to post-traumatic stress disorder to physical illness. But according to Dr. Gabor Mate, focusing solely on the role of family in childhood trauma misses the bi