The Collective Grief and PTSD Following the COVID Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge influence on the world, causing a great deal of grief and trauma to a large number of individuals everywhere. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health illness that develops after a traumatic incident, whereas grief is a normal …
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PTSD-Symptoms You NEED to Know A traumatic occurrence can leave a person with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental health disease that can affect both the experiencer and the observer. The National Center for PTSD estimates that 7-8% of Americans will get PTSD at some point in their lives. Understanding the signs of PTSD is …
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I meet with so may people who have been hurt by someone who fits the description of someone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) on a near weekly basis. I often get questioned about “How did they become this way? How can I fix them?” The answer is not simple and I believe there is some …
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Throughout my time as a therapist I have had many conversations with people who feel stuck in healing from trauma. It is often at this point where they begin to identify what they are experiencing is actually a spiritual conflict. Guilt, shame, unforgiveness of the self or others. I am well aware that spirituality and …
Gaslighting is a deceitful tactic that abusers employ to make their victims question their own sanity and understanding of reality. It is a type of emotional abuse that can harm the victim’s mental health and well-being in the long run. We will delve into the subject of gaslighting in this blog article, looking at what …
Veterans frequently experience mental health issues, which is a severe problem that requires addressing. Exercise is one of the most effective strategies to treat the signs of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, according to research that has emerged in recent years. Exercise has also been demonstrated to have a substantial positive impact on mental health. The …
Understanding the Connection Between Abuse and Physical Health: How Abusive Relationships Affect Health Abuse in relationships can take many different forms, including physical harm and mental control. While the impacts of abuse on mental health are widely known, it’s crucial to understand that abuse can also have detrimental effects on physical health. This blog article …
Domestic abuse is a complicated problem that affects millions of individuals globally. In this blog article, I will discuss some of the reasons why people remain in violent relationships and offer insights taken from my experience working with those experiencing intimate partner violence aka domestic violence. Physical Danger AnxietyOne of the most common reasons why …
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If your partner has been diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), your relationship may face some difficulties. It is essential to acknowledge that these difficulties are not your fault and that you are not alone. In this piece, we’ll examine how PTSD affects relationships and offer advice to help you and your partner develop a …
As a mental health professional, I am here to help you with some effective coping strategies for managing anxiety, which is a prevalent issue that affects many individuals. Deep breathing is a straightforward yet powerful practice for calming the mind and body. For instance, the 4-7-8 breathing technique consists of inhaling for four seconds, holding …
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