traumatization
/ˌtrɔmətəˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The process or result of being severely emotionally or psychologically shocked, often with lasting effects.
- The traumatization of the hostages lasted for years after their release.
- The community experienced widespread traumatization after the natural disaster.
- Early childhood traumatization can lead to difficulties in forming relationships.
- The process or result of causing a serious physical injury or wound.
- Doctors worked to prevent further traumatization of the damaged tissue.
- The traumatization of the spinal cord resulted in permanent paralysis.
- The accident caused severe traumatization to multiple organs.
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