Bonita Ackerman du Preez
Bonita Ackerman du Preez
#70 How Trauma Distorts Time Perception and Memory | Explained
#70 How Trauma Distorts Time Perception and Memory | Explained
#70 How Trauma Distorts Time Perception and Memory | Explained
Monday 5th May 2025
Explore how trauma affects time perception and memory with Bonita Ackerman du Preez's expert insights.
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Episode Overview
- Trauma can distort your perception of time.
- The amygdala plays a critical role in emotional responses.
- PTSD symptoms include flashbacks and nightmares.
- Attention, emotions, and context affect time perception.
- Understanding brain responses helps manage trauma.
Time is a major cause for concern when we've suffered trauma.
Ever wondered why time seems to stretch or compress during stressful moments? In this fascinating episode of The Trauma Recovery School, Bonita Ackerman du Preez dives into how trauma can skew our perception of time and memory. Imagine standing on a beach, waiting for the sunrise, only to lose track of time as you soak in the serene surroundings. But if you were stranded on that same beach, time would crawl by agonisingly slowly.
Bonita explains that trauma can make time feel either painfully slow or unnaturally fast, depending on your emotional state and the context of the event. The episode explores how the brain processes these changes, highlighting the roles of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex. These parts of the brain can distort our sense of time during traumatic events, leaving us in a fight, flight, or freeze mode.
Bonita shares that understanding these psychological phenomena is crucial for addressing PTSD symptoms like flashbacks and nightmares, which can further disjoint our perception of time. Bonita encourages listeners to consider three key factors when feeling triggered: where your attention lies, the emotions you're experiencing, and the context of the event. By focusing on these elements, individuals can begin to untangle their distorted sense of time and memory.
If you're grappling with trauma's impact on your perception of time, this episode offers valuable insights into how to navigate these challenges. Bonita's engaging explanations make complex psychological concepts accessible, helping you understand your experiences better. So, why not give it a listen? You might find the answers you've been seeking.