Trauma happens whenever we’re exposed to a disturbing or stressful event. Experiencing trauma is usually stressful enough the first time around, but unfortunately, trauma has a tendency to stay with us. Depending on the person and the traumatic event, trauma can be stored within different places of the body.
How Trauma Affects the Brain and its Functions
When it comes to traumatic events, the body and brain have a difficult time knowing when the perceived threat is actually over. That means that they’ll stay in this fight-or-flight mode for an extended period, which can have long-term effects.
Causes and Types of Attachment Trauma
If your needs were unmet as a child, you may experience a form of attachment trauma. Let’s learn more about the causes and types of attachment trauma.
Coping When You’re Living in a Non-Affirming Environment
Not being accepted, acknowledged, or supported is known as a non-affirming environment. Let’s learn more about how to cope when living in a non-affirming environment.
Post-Partum Depression: How Common Is It? 5 Ways To Heal
Everyone tells you that having a baby is one of the best things in the world. It’s a blessing. It’s a miracle. It’s an unforgettable experience. But what a lot of people don’t tell you is that it can also be hard, challenging, and emotional. The two aren’t mutually exclusive. Having a baby can come with a fair share of … Read More
Keeping Anxiety At Bay While Pregnant
Finding out that you’re expecting a child can bring a rollercoaster of emotions your way. A lot of people feel joy and excitement while others may feel nervous or unprepared. Some individuals can experience a combination of the two depending on the day or where they may be in their pregnancy.
It makes sense for someone to have anxiety about it all. Still, it is important to try to keep levels of stress and anxiety down while you’re pregnant.
High-Functioning Depression Explained
High-functioning depression is one of those forms of depression that is just as serious but can be a lot more challenging to spot. Let’s learn more about high-functioning depression and its causes, signs, symptoms, and treatment options.
Natural Ways to Reduce Anxiety
Anxiety can be a larger problem if the signs and symptoms don’t seem to go away with time. Thankfully, there are some lifestyle changes and natural remedies that you can implement on your own end to help reduce some of those anxious thoughts and feelings.
Let’s learn more about some of the natural ways that you can reduce anxiety.
Telltale Signs You May Have ADHD
Even though finding out that you may have ADHD is more common in childhood, finding out as an adult doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with you, especially if you’re able to get the help you need and deserve.
Is Anxiety Holding You Back At Work? How to Tell If It is And What To Do
Is anxiety holding you back at work? This is how you can tell if anxiety is holding you back and what you can do about it.