Trauma is a very severe shock or very upsetting experience, which may cause psychological damage. I'd been through the trauma of losing a house The officers are claiming compensation for trauma after the disaster
A moment in time, or string of moments where the sensations, emotions, and thoughts are stored Causes difficulties for humans as they guide behavior inappropriately Usually painful or difficult experiences Trauma creates post traumatic stress disorder
{i} severe and chronic mental or emotional stress; sudden and severe physical injury
a physical injury or wound caused by an external force of violence, which may cause death or permanent disability Trauma is also used to describe severe emotional or psychological shock or distress