Research & Articles
Many of the ideas discussed in the Raised on Shame podcast are informed by psychological research, clinical writing, and cultural analysis related to trauma, shame, and recovery after harmful systems. The resources below include a mix of academic research, educational resources, and accessible articles that provide deeper context for understanding trauma and healing.
Trauma & Nervous System Research
These resources explore how trauma affects the brain, body, and nervous system. They include foundational research and educational summaries that help explain trauma responses and evidence based treatment approaches.
Recent Research on EMDR Therapy
EMDR International Association
A curated collection of recent research studies examining the effectiveness of EMDR therapy for trauma and related psychological conditions. Read here
PTSD Research & Treatment Overview
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Center for PTSD
Research summaries and educational materials about trauma, PTSD, and evidence based treatments including EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. Read here
Trauma and Recovery Research
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Educational resources and research focused on childhood trauma, complex trauma, and trauma informed care. Read here​
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Foundational research examining how early adversity affects long term physical and mental health outcomes. Read here
Expressive Writing Research
James Pennebaker
Research exploring how writing about emotional experiences can support psychological and physical health. Read here
Religious Trauma & Spiritual Harm
These resources explore the psychological impact of harmful religious environments, spiritual abuse, and high control belief systems.
Religious Trauma Syndrome
Marlene Winell
Conceptual work describing the psychological distress that can occur when individuals leave authoritarian or high control religious environments. Read more
Understanding Religious Trauma and Abuse
Religious Trauma Institute
Educational articles and research exploring the psychological effects of harmful religious environments. Read more
Shame, Culture & Human Experience
These articles and research projects explore how shame, relationships, and social systems influence wellbeing and human development.
Shame Resilience Theory
Brené Brown
Research examining how shame operates in human relationships and how people build resilience and connection. Read more
Study of Adult Development
Harvard
One of the longest running studies on human wellbeing, examining how relationships and life experiences shape long term health and happiness. Read more
What Makes a Good Life?
Lessons from the Longest Study on Happiness
An accessible article summarizing findings from the Harvard Adult Development Study about relationships and wellbeing. Read more
Other Resources
Reminder
The articles and research listed here are shared for educational purposes and represent a range of perspectives in psychology, trauma research, and cultural analysis. These materials are not a substitute for therapy, diagnosis, or professional mental health care.