It’s not hard for most people to imagine the role that trauma plays in causing serious psychological harm. The traumatic stress one experiences stemming from adverse events or conditions leads to major emotional wounds. These often do not heal over time. These wounds can cause…
As a stand-alone practice, the act of writing out your thoughts and feelings in a journal is scientifically proven to be good for you. Getting the emotions out of your body and mind and onto a page is evidenced to be a positive therapeutic tool…
Some Background on Panic Attacks Panic disorder is a debilitating condition in which a person regularly experiences sudden, unexpected surges of extreme fear, panic, and often a sense of impending doom. These attacks are overwhelming and cause major distress and difficulties in functioning. Often, a…
Men and women in recovery from addiction or substance use disorders face uniquely challenging obstacles. Throughout the recovery process, men are tasked with doing things that they are often not taught while growing up. For example, in American culture, it is the norm for men…