Dr. Aimie Apigian
Dr. Aimie
Why Antidepressants Don’t Work for Everyone: The Hidden Role of Trauma in Anxiety and Depression
Why Antidepressants Don’t Work for Everyone: The Hidden Role of Trauma in Anxiety and Depression
Why Antidepressants Don’t Work for Everyone: The Hidden Role of Trauma in Anxiety and Depression
Tuesday 6th May 2025
Explore how unresolved trauma affects mental health and why antidepressants may not work for everyone with Dr. Aimie's insights.
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Dr. Aimie Apigian
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Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Unresolved trauma can mimic depression and anxiety symptoms.
- The five-step trauma response is universal across all humans.
- Conventional treatments often overlook the body's biological reaction to trauma.
- Recognising trauma patterns can lead to better mental health treatment.
- Trauma is defined by the body's response, not the event itself.
"Trauma isn't defined by the event itself but by how our bodies respond to it."
This episode of The Biology of Trauma™ with Dr. Aimie tackles a topic that's often brushed aside – the hidden role of trauma in anxiety and depression. Dr. Aimie, a seasoned medical physician and expert in trauma and addiction, presents an eye-opening perspective on why antidepressants might not work for everyone. Through the story of Michelle, a 42-year-old teacher, Dr.
Aimie explores how unresolved trauma stored in the nervous system can lead to symptoms that mimic depression, anxiety, or autoimmune disorders. Michelle's journey is one many can relate to – feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from herself despite normal lab results. Dr. Aimie reveals the universal five-step trauma response that every human body follows, from startle to shutdown. This sequence helps to explain why conventional treatments often miss the mark, as they fail to address the body's biological reaction to trauma.
The episode delves into survival strategies such as disconnection and energy conservation, which become ingrained in our biology and manifest as various mental health symptoms. Dr. Aimie emphasises that trauma isn't defined by the event itself but by how our bodies respond to it, often leading to chronic conditions like fatigue and brain fog. For practitioners and those seeking a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care, this episode offers valuable insights into recognising trauma patterns in the body.
By understanding these patterns, new tools can be brought into treatment that might not have been considered before. Curious about how trauma impacts your biology? Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on mental health treatment and discover why recognising trauma patterns can be a game-changer.