Always Quote by Janine di Giovanni
“Posttraumatic stress is something that's always existed. I think that the earliest recording was during the Trojan War, but it's only recently that we're beginning to be aware of it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Trauma and Recovery, 1992
Trauma has been part of human conflict since ancient times, but modern awareness is recent.
In simple terms: War trauma is ancient, modern awareness is new.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address trauma early.
Themes
psychology
history
war
mental health
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
analytical
educational
When to use this quote
- veterans
- refugees
- clinical practice
- education
Key Concepts
posttraumatic stress
historical continuity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does historical context shape our understanding of trauma?
- What can we learn from ancient accounts?
A Different Perspective
Historical records may be limited, making early identification hard.
