Trauma can show up differently in everyone. It can be subtle and unexpected, or blatant and impossible to ignore.

Possible Responses of Individuals Who Have Been Affected By Trauma

• Disrupted sleep patterns
• An inability to concentrate or focus
• Fear of leaving a safe space
• Anxiety and/or depression
• Appear flat or calm
• Headaches

Each one of these reactions is normal to a traumatic event. There is not a right or wrong way to act when telling one's story of sexual violence. That's why it is so important to show support to all acts of disclosure of sexual violence.