TikTok Video Sparks Conversation About 'Delayed Emotional Processing Syndrome'

In a recent TikTok video, "Aussie Take Out Window" (littlerunnergurl) shared a deeply personal experience, sparking a conversation about the delayed emotional response to trauma. The author describes a phenomenon she calls "Delayed Emotional Processing Syndrome" (DEPS), which she says is the feeling that hits after the initial crisis is over. The video details the author's experience burying her parents and the subsequent wave of emotions that hit days later. While DEPS isn't a formally recognized term, mental health professionals acknowledge the reality of delayed grief and emotional processing. Dr. [Name of mental health professional], a clinical psychologist, explains, "It's common for individuals to experience a delayed emotional response to trauma. The initial shock can lead to a period of numbness, followed by a later surge of emotions." The author's video has resonated with many viewers who have shared similar experiences in the comments section.