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Living in a society that practices discrimination regarding certain groups can be an underlying cause of trauma and depression. It may come with not being understood, isolation, and unfair treatment—which can affect mental health. For many, discrimination can lead to a life of trauma. The trauma resiliency model, a somatic alternative therapy, can help people…
The holidays are an exciting time to share with your partner. There’s a lot of eating, gifting, bonding, reminiscing, and messages of joy. The holidays can also bring plenty of stress as we’ve been programmed to meet many expectations. Handling the holiday stress alone is a heavy enough task; doing it as a couple can…
It’s natural to enjoy routine. Expectations are met, order is in place, and there’s control over the situation—or at least there’s the feeling that everything you know is guaranteed to remain the same. When there’s a change in your routine however, it’s easy to feel off-balance. This sentiment applies to many things, including seasons having…
An angry person can catch us off-guard if the anger seems to come out of nowhere or if the reason for their anger appears trivial. However, it’s important to acknowledge that some people instinctively respond with anger when they feel trapped in a similar situation from their past– this can be a symptom of PTSD….
Often when couples experience loss of an unborn child they don’t know how to handle or share their grief with each other and with others. Every year, 10-25% of pregnant women experience a miscarriage, making it a startling common, and yet overlooked occurrence. Because the memories of the unborn child are reserved to its time…
Thanksgiving can be a time of sweet celebrations, delicious food, and catching up. Many people look forward to traveling home for perhaps the only opportunity they have per year to connect with family and old friends. While others dread the holiday for whatever reason, the holiday can induce a bit of anxiety for just about…