13/04/2026
This is Katie’s story. After being diagnosed with PTSD, Katie had a hard time accepting that her anxiety was rooted in trauma from her early teenage years. She wants you to remember that nobody’s trauma is more or less valid than anyone else’s.
“For years I invalidated my own pain, convinced that what I had been subjected to wasn’t “bad enough” to warrant this response and that my illness was somehow less real or valid because other people had what I deemed to be more “significant” trauma. I felt almost ashamed of my diagnosis at first, but over time I came to realise that my trauma and experiences are valid.”
If your child has experienced trauma, supporting them through this can feel overwhelming at times, but you’re not alone. For extra support and information, visit this link on our website. https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/trauma/
