retraumaattista
Re-traumatization, in Finnish often rendered as retraumaattista, refers to the renewed activation of trauma symptoms following exposure to reminders, procedures, or environments that resemble aspects of an original traumatic event. It is not a new traumatic event, but a reactivation of memory, fear, and arousal that can be intensified by power imbalances, lack of control, or unsafe settings.
Causes and contexts commonly involve environments where control is limited or where individuals feel unsafe. Health
Symptoms of retraumatization may include intrusive memories, heightened anxiety or panic, hypervigilance, dissociation, irritability, sleep disturbances,
Prevention and management emphasize trauma-informed approaches: obtaining informed consent, preserving choice and control, providing predictable routines,