How Assault Reshapes Daily Life: Understanding the Hidden Impacts of Trauma
Assault is often spoken about as a single event, a moment of violence that ends once the survivor is physically safe. But for many, the aftermath lasts far longer than the event itself. A recent student research project at Vanier College explores how assault silently shapes everyday behaviour, mental health, and the way survivors navigate the world. The Everyday Aftermath Most People Do Not See Survivors often describe the period after an assault as a quiet unraveling. Tasks that once felt simple, like taking the bus, walking home, meeting friends,…
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