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How To Navigate Grief
Grief is a universal human experience that some people are apt to be faced with more often than others. Whether it's the passing of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or even the loss of a job, grief is a natural response to change. In this blog, we explore the...
Mental Health Disorders Common Following Mild Head Injury
A groundbreaking study conducted by Danish scientists has demonstrated a significant correlation between head traumas, such as concussions and skull fractures, and the subsequent risk of developing mental disorders. The study revealed that head injuries can increase...
How Parental Trauma Affects Children and What You Can Do About It
Negative or traumatic experiences from parents have the ability to influence their children in a multitude of ways. Trauma can range significantly and is categorized as either Little T or Big T. Little T traumas are less severe than Big T and can stem from...
Help for Complex PTSD
Complex PTSD, also known as complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), is a severe form of post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from prolonged exposure to traumatizing events. PTSD can affect people of all ages and anyone with prior traumas is at risk for...
The Effect Of Being A Child Of An Alcoholic
Aссоrdіng tо the Amеrісаn Aсаdеmу оf Chіld and Adоlеѕсеnt Pѕусhіаtrу, оnе in fіvе adults grоw uр with an аlсоhоlіс relative. Thіѕ mеаnѕ that almost a ԛuаrtеr оf all Americans аrе exposed to alcoholism at a уоung аgе. Thіѕ can hаvе a serious іmрасt on a сhіld’ѕ overall...
PTSD Symptoms
PTSD can happen to anyone. Current estimates are that as many as 70% of adults in the U.S. have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetimes. While anyone can experience trauma, not all people experience traumatic events in the same way. Some are...
Understanding the Link between Sadness and Violence
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently released a study with findings that indicate a rise in violence due to increased sadness among individuals, particularly teen girls in the United States. The study reports that teen girls are experiencing a...
The Long-Term Emotional and Physical Effects of COVID
As of 2023, the COVID-19 pandemic has seemingly had an impact on every single aspect of our lives. Aside from just the physical health implications, the pandemic has also led to both emotional and psychological effects on individuals. For many, it is safe to say that...
How Trauma Impacts and Changes the Brain
Trauma is a term that refers to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that has a lasting impact on an individual's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Trauma can result from a variety of life-altering events, such as natural disasters, physical or sexual...