Our experiences in life help to shape our future. However, the touches of our past aren’t always a good touch in the shaping of our future. While some challenges can make you stronger and more resilient, others, like trauma, can leave a lasting mark on your mental...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a scary or shocking event or series of events. The causes of PTSD can widely vary and may include: Military combat Natural disasters Physical or sexual...
Life is a long road that’s constantly changing and throwing roadblocks along the way. There are common challenges that can impact your teen. For example, they could lose a close friendship or have to repeat a class. More intense concerns, such as experiencing a...
Trauma can have a long-lasting impact on people’s lives, even if that trauma occurred a long time ago. Over 60% of adults report experiencing at least one adverse childhood experience in their lifetime. These experiences can cause trauma and potentially lead to...
Do you feel disconnected from your own life? Does the world sometimes seem unreal or distorted? Experiences like this are called dissociation. Dissociation can be a symptom of conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, it is not necessarily...
When you’re in a tangle of emotions and conflicting thoughts, it can be helpful to take a step back for a moment and reevaluate. However, there’s a difference between temporarily disconnecting to change your perspective and dissociating from your reality. Dissociation...
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