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Have you ever wondered why specific behavioral patterns repeat across your family history? Perhaps it's anxiety that appears in multiple generations, complex parent-child relationships that echo through time, or particular fears that don't seem to have a clear origin in your own experience. These patterns might be manifestations of generational...
Grief can feel like an endless wave, carrying you here and there without warning. Whether your loss is fresh or something you've carried for a long time, the journey of grief is very personal, and there’s no “right” way to move through it. Writing in a journal might be one...
avigating grief during the holidays can be overwhelming. Discover supportive strategies to honor your emotions, cherish memories, and find comfort through meaningful connections during this challenging season. You're not alone in your journey.
Learn about the freeze and fawn responses—natural reactions to stress and trauma. Understand how these survival mechanisms impact behavior and explore ways to manage them for healthier emotional well-being.
Quality sleep is essential for healing from PTSD and trauma. Discover the critical role sleep plays in emotional processing, memory consolidation, and overall recovery, and learn strategies to improve sleep for better mental health outcomes.
This article aims to educate readers about vicarious trauma, which occurs from exposure to the traumatic experiences of others, often common among caregivers, healthcare professionals, and even through media consumption. It offers insights into identifying symptoms, understanding their impact, and strategies for managing and mitigating its effects. What is vicarious...
This article explores the process of healing from emotional trauma. It details how to identify emotional trauma, describes its effects on mental and physical health, and provides an overview of the effectiveness of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and EMDR, plus self-help strategies. Guidance on when to seek professional help...
This article explores the neurological and psychological effects of trauma on the brain. It explains how trauma can alter brain function, potentially leading to changes in behavior, and discusses the latest research in the field. Finally, information on therapeutic approaches that help in the recovery and rehabilitation of trauma-impacted brain...
This article is a comprehensive guide to identifying and breaking free from trauma bonds. As well as helping individuals to recognize the signs of a trauma bond in their relationships, the article covers the psychological dynamics at play. It offers guidance on seeking professional help, establishing healthy boundaries, and nurturing...
This article defines and explains the concept of 'trauma dumping' - the act of unloading one's traumatic experiences onto others without consent or awareness. It also provides advice on how to handle situations where someone is trauma dumping, both as the sharer and the listener, while maintaining healthy boundaries. What...
This article explains what a trauma bond is, highlighting its characteristics and how it differs from healthy emotional attachments. It delves into the psychological underpinnings of trauma bonds, such as the cycle of abuse and intermittent reinforcement, and discusses why these bonds can be so powerful and hard to break....
Trauma can impact intimacy, leading to sexual dysfunction and relationship difficulties. Discover how trauma affects sexual health, explore coping strategies, and learn ways to rebuild trust and connection in relationships while working toward emotional healing and recovery.
The power of nature and gardening as a therapeutic practice can be transformative for those who have experienced trauma. This article will delve into the profound benefits of gardening, focusing on grounding, mindfulness, and nurturing life. It will also explore the science behind why it's such a transformative practice for...
Healing Spaces: Creating Environments That Facilitate Trauma Recovery This article explores how designing and creating a physical environment, like a calming and safe living space, can support trauma recovery. Elements such as color psychology, space optimization, and including elements of nature for a healing ambience are all discussed, as is...
This article discusses the interplay between trauma and substance abuse, exploring how one can exacerbate the other and offering guidance on holistic approaches to treatment that address both issues simultaneously. What is trauma? Trauma is a psychological and emotional response to a distressing or disturbing event or series of events...
Learn how trauma-informed mindfulness can support mental health recovery. In this video, Dr. Jantz explains how mindfulness helps reduce stress, manage emotions, and foster resilience, offering practical techniques for healing from trauma. Watch and explore more in our full blog.
Healing from childhood trauma is a deeply personal journey, but recovery is possible. This blog explores how childhood grief impacts adult life and provides essential steps to overcome the pain, focusing on emotional, physical, and spiritual healing.
This article explains the connection between prolonged trauma exposure and the onset of physical diseases, focusing on the body's stress response. What is prolonged trauma exposure? Prolonged trauma exposure refers to a situation in which an individual is subjected to traumatic events, experiences, or circumstances over an extended period rather...
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