Traumatic
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Emotional Impact
Used when something negatively affects someone's feelings deeply, more than just upsetting. Hearing the news was traumatic.
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Past Events
Often relates to bad past events that still affect someone's emotions in the present. She's dealing with traumatic memories.
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Intensity
Describes experiences that are so severe, they can lead to lasting emotional effects. Survivors face traumatic stress after the disaster.