Each person reacts differently to experiences that they have had. This section provides helpful general information about normal reactions to trauma.

If this information does not seem to be helpful or applicable to your unique situation, contact our helpline on 1800 199 008. Staff may be able to clarify things for you or direct you to a professional service that can assist.

Read the information on Emotional trauma, Guidelines to normal emotional reactions and Getting help and monitoring yourself.

Read the information about the ways to deal with the personal consequences of traumatic incidents in Dealing with the effects of trauma (PDF, 226Kb).