What Are the Common Causes of Trauma in Young Adults?

Adolescents and young adults are still developing, both mentally and physically. They are also more sensitive to societal pressures and typically have fewer coping mechanisms than older adults. As a result, people in this age group are more vulnerable to traumatic events and more likely to experience lasting effects. 

Sometimes, young adults experience traumatic one-off events, such as a:

  • Car accident
  • Sports injury
  • Physical or sexual assault
  • Death of a loved one 
  • Natural disasters like fires, floods, or tornadoes

In other cases, trauma happens via prolonged exposure to difficult experiences. Those may include:

  • Bullying or cyberbullying
  • Chronic illness
  • Domestic violence
  • Abuse
  • Racism
  • Poverty
  • Neglect

Traumatic events, whether one-offs or prolonged experiences, can be frightening, overwhelming, and even dangerous. Without proper care and attention, the results of trauma are often complex and long-lasting.
 

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