My Review of the Childhood Trauma Test from The Breeze App
I’ll be honest: I’ve tried a lot of mental health apps. I also tried a lot of self-assessments that could “measure” my mental health. And most of them throw “You might be stressed” in your face and leave.
I first saw Breeze Wellbeing in an Instagram ad, and I really liked how summarized and structured the results looked. Not that I really needed a trauma evaluation since I’m in therapy, but I wondered, why not? If I want to complete a damn test, I’ll surely do so.
In this article, I want to share my review of the Breeze trauma test. What the test felt like, how I used it in my therapy sessions, and whether you should try Breeze.
Why This Trauma Test? Breeze Reviews
I saw that the Breeze app had other features. I wasn’t really interested in them because I intentionally went for the trauma test. But! It was the first green flag for me. Comprehensiveness? Love it.
The second green flag is that it doesn’t promise to replace a licensed professional. Based on psychological frameworks, Breeze Wellbeing uses only evidence-based approaches (based on their website). For example, the trauma test from the app that I completed is based on the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) framework.
The third green flag for me was the Breeze Wellbeing reviews. First, there are many nice things people write about other Breeze’s features. I was specifically looking for test feedback, though. Second, childhood trauma received the most attention. One person described it as “Ouch and Thank you.” Isn’t that intriguing?
The fourth green flag was that not only did the childhood trauma test get good feedback. I have used too many “mental health platforms” that were specialised in one subject, but complete zeros in others. But even the ADHD evaluation got positive reviews, saying it was accurate and helpful.
Sold!
How Did I Try the Childhood Trauma Test in The Breeze App?
So here’s how it went. I downloaded the Breeze app on a Sunday night, when I was already settled for bed. I know having screen time before bed is not the healthiest thing you can do.
Setting it up was simple enough. Just the name, email, and the preferred login method. I looked around for features. Got surprised because of the number of tests in the Breeze app.
I did end up getting the subscription. As far as I know, I was still able to complete the trauma test in the Breeze app. But after reading Breeze Wellbeing reviews, I realized that the app promises a better experience in its paid version. Let’s keep fingers crossed that one day I’ll use other features.
Once I was in, I went straight for the childhood trauma test. The format was straightforward: a series of questions that touched on different aspects of childhood experiences. Some were easy to answer, others hit harder. A quick tip from me: if you ever complete Breeze’s or other trauma tests, take pauses when needed. It’s possible to feel rushed to get results as quickly as possible. But it’s not healthy. If something seems like too much for me, I take a few deep breaths.
Overall impression: a well-structured evaluation. While completing the Breeze trauma test, I didn’t feel like it was special, except for the nice visuals. What made the app really stand out was the results I got.
What Did Breeze Wellbeing’s Trauma Test Reveal?
I won’t get into every detail (because, honestly, some of it felt a little raw to put out there), but the results were… interesting. The test broke things down into categories like emotional abuse, physical abuse, and neglect. Each section gave me a percentage estimate of how much that area could have influenced my mental health today.
I want to be honest here: some of the outcomes felt a little exaggerated. For example, I didn’t have sleep disruptions or experience flashbacks. But I do understand that people with complex PTSD from childhood might experience such symptoms. It just wasn’t my case.
Was there something that felt painfully right? Oh yes. The test pointed out that I might have a low tolerance when people around me are slow or make careless mistakes. That really stung because, yeah, I’ve noticed I can get unusually irritated in those situations. Not until I saw this written on my screen did I realize it’s a habit one of my parents had. And I, unfortunately, picked it up as well.
I actually appreciated how the app didn’t just stop at “here are your results.” It gave little insight into how these experiences might play out in adulthood. I always treat these findings with a pinch of salt, and that’s why I escalated the results from the Breeze app to my therapist.
How Did My Therapist Review the Results of the Breeze Trauma Test?
As mentioned above, I wouldn’t just agree with everything the Internet writes about me. That’s why I wanted to see my therapist’s opinion on the Breeze and review its trauma test. I prepared:
- I wrote down the parts that felt relatable.
- I noted the signs of childhood trauma that I didn’t notice in myself.
I basically walked into my next therapy session with a little “report” of myself. How did it go?
- I told my therapist about the Breeze app.
- I confessed to completing a trauma test (it’s not encouraged) and shared my results.
- I showed the notes: what things I can relate to, and asked questions about what I don’t know.
My therapist’s reaction was, “Good job for not self-diagnosing.” They were really glad that I wanted to learn more about myself and reminded me that online trauma tests can’t replace a professional evaluation. After looking into my results, my therapist admitted that the Breeze trauma test gave us a handy starting point.
I understand what they meant. When I just came into therapy, I couldn’t form my thoughts or express my feelings with words. If only I had the Breeze trauma test, then it would save me a ton of time.
What we did with my therapist next was we talked through which symptoms could realistically be connected to childhood trauma, and which ones were more general stress responses. He also emphasized that not seeing certain signs in my behavior is okay. I felt a bit pressured to fit into a certain label, so I felt relief after discussing it with my therapist.
From there, we mapped out what to explore further and how to structure future sessions. Honestly, without the test, I don’t think I could have explained my experiences so clearly.
Will I Try More Breeze Wellbeing’s Tests?
Absolutely. The trauma test wasn’t the easiest, but it was very insightful. Right now, I’m focusing on working through those results with my therapist, so I don’t want to overload myself with too many “serious” tests at once. But I definitely plan to keep exploring.
Next on my list are the lighter, more fun ones, like the Love Language test or the Red/Green Flags quiz. I think it’ll be interesting (and honestly fun) to do them with my partner. It feels less intimidating and more like a playful way to learn something new about each other.
We’ll see how it goes, and maybe I’ll start using the other features in the Breeze Wellbeing app. I saw there’s a mood tracker and even mood analytics. I like the idea of pairing those with therapy. I can track how I feel day-to-day and then bring those insights into sessions. So yes, I’ll keep trying. Not because I expect the Breeze app to “fix me,” but because it helps me notice things I’d otherwise miss.
Should You Try Breeze’s Childhood Trauma Test?
Yes. But be cautious. The test can bring up such strong memories that you may not feel ready to explore. And it’s not because you’re weak. I’d honestly recommend having a therapist ready to talk through the results with. That way, if something painful comes up, you’re not left alone to figure it out.
For me, the test was a good balance of validating and eye-opening. Some parts felt exaggerated, sure. Just remember: online evaluations aren’t perfect. They can point you in the right direction. Also, you don’t have to feel every single thing the test describes. If any test, nor necessarily Breeze Wellbeing, forces you into a “traumatized” box and you don’t feel this way, don’t doubt yourself. Your feelings should always come first.
