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Trauma, OCD and a PhD
Trauma, OCD and a PhD
Trauma, OCD and a PhD
Saturday 12th November 2022
Explore Dr Alix Woolard's journey from childhood trauma to researching its impacts. An inspiring tale of resilience and mental health.
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Episode Overview
- Childhood trauma can have lifelong impacts on mental health.
- Access to mental health support can be crucial during challenging times.
- Trauma-informed practices are essential in education.
- Tailored therapies can aid in managing childhood trauma.
- Resilience can transform personal adversity into professional purpose.
"If I had continued the way that I was going, I don't think I would be alive today."
How does a person rise from the depths of childhood trauma to become a leading researcher in the field? Dr Alix Woolard shares her remarkable journey from growing up in challenging circumstances to her work at the Telethon Kids Institute. As a teenager, Alix faced the traumatic diagnosis of her mother with early onset dementia, which plunged her into anxiety and depression.
This episode offers a raw glimpse into Alix's struggles with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and how she found solace through therapy. You'll hear about the impact of childhood trauma and the importance of mental health support, especially when it's scarce. Alix's story is not just about overcoming adversity; it's about turning pain into purpose as she now researches childhood trauma to help others.
Her insights into trauma-informed practices and the development of tailored therapies for children provide hope and direction for future generations. If you're curious about the resilience of the human spirit and how adversity can shape one's life, this episode is a must-listen. How do we transform our darkest experiences into something meaningful? Dive into Alix's inspiring tale and explore the power of healing and research.