Trauma can manifest in various ways, but some common symptoms include:
 

1. Emotional Distress: This may include feelings of shock, denial, disbelief, anger, guilt, shame, or sadness. Individuals may also experience mood swings or emotional numbness.

2. Intrusive Thoughts or Memories: Traumatic events can lead to recurrent, distressing thoughts, nightmares, or flashbacks about the event, even when the person tries to avoid them.

3. Avoidance Behaviors: People might try to avoid situations, places, or people that remind them of the traumatic event. This can sometimes lead to social withdrawal or isolation.

4. Hyperarousal: Individuals may feel constantly on edge, irritable, or have difficulty concentrating. They may also experience hypervigilance, exaggerated startle responses, or difficulty sleeping.

5. Physical Symptoms: Trauma can manifest physically, leading to headaches, gastrointestinal issues, muscle tension, or other somatic complaints.

6. Changes in Beliefs or Perspectives: Trauma can alter one's beliefs about themselves, others, or the world. This may result in feelings of mistrust, a sense of vulnerability, or a loss of previously held beliefs.

7. Difficulty with Relationships: Trauma can impact interpersonal relationships, leading to difficulties in trusting others, forming or maintaining close relationships, or expressing emotions.
    

It's important to note that these symptoms can vary widely from person to person and may not always be immediately apparent. Additionally, experiencing these symptoms doesn't necessarily mean someone has PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) but could indicate the presence of trauma that needs to be addressed and processed.