Medicine is supposed to help you. Doctors and nurses are supposed to help you. But sometimes, they can cause harm too. Medical trauma is real. If you’ve experienced it, you probably struggle with anxiety or depression. Maybe you can’t sleep, and you avoid doctors as much as you can. You can’t stop thinking about what […]
Emotional trauma is what you’re left with when you experience a traumatic event. It’s what stays with you after you’ve experienced deep psychological harm, and it stays for a really long time. It affects every part of your life, too: home, school, work. You name it; emotional trauma can impact it. But that doesn’t mean […]
Children should not have to experience trauma, but unfortunately, they do. Sometimes, they experience things like financial instability, their parents’ divorce, or even a parent’s death. In more extreme situations, they experience domestic violence or even sexual abuse. That kind of trauma doesn’t magically go away. It stays with you for a very long time, […]
When starting therapy, it is common to feel a bit anxious and to not know what to expect. Psychotherapy, also known as therapy or counseling, is a treatment used to help individuals overcome various emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. Therapy should be a safe and nonjudgemental space where you can openly express your thoughts, […]
Do you have a hard time sleeping at night? No matter how many times you toss and turn in your bed, you just can’t fall asleep. Instead, you’re wide awake, mind racing with fears and worries about the past, the present, and the future. If you struggle with nighttime anxiety, falling asleep may seem like […]
As parents, we want to make sure our children are prepared for adulthood. We want them to be ready for whatever challenges they may face when they’re on their own. There are a lot of things we want them to know, of course. And it’s easy to get our priorities mixed up. After all, everything […]
Being a new parent is an exciting experience, but it’s also incredibly exhausting. Taking care of a newborn is not easy work. It’s normal to find that you barely have any time for yourself now, and it’s overwhelming. But it’s possible to prioritize yourself on occasion, even as a new parent. And, in all honesty, […]
Untreated depression is dangerous. In the worst cases, it can lead to the people we love attempting suicide. That’s why it’s important to be able to recognize the signs: so that we can get our loved ones the help they need. Teenagers can also experience depression. Teenagers can also, if their depression is left untreated, […]
Would you say “adulting” is something that scares you? It’s not an unusual fear. Growing up can be quite daunting. We gain new responsibilities, and with new responsibilities come new anxieties. It’s possible we might feel entirely unprepared for what lies ahead of us. But “adulting” isn’t nearly as scary as it seems. Once you […]
Delayed Grief And How It Impacts Someone Grief is a very complicated emotion. It can happen whenever any type of loss occurs. The loss could include the death of a loved one, a major injury or illness, or a divorce. Everyone will experience grief in at least one way or another throughout their lifetime. But what […]
