Trauma is not just a fleeting memory; it's an experience that can fundamentally alter how we see ourselves and the world around us. Trauma disorders, encompassing conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), acute stress disorder (ASD), and adjustment...
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Finding Hope Through the Fog: Navigating Treatment-Resistant Depression
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) is when someone’s depression doesn’t get better, even after trying different treatments like medications or therapy. At least 30% of those with depression meet this definition, meaning that a significant number of people don’t find...
Beyond the Battle: Navigating the Path to Healing From PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a trauma disorder that can happen after impactful experiences that affect individuals across the spectrum of age, occupation, and life history. It is not limited to the battlefields of war but extends to any corner of life...
9 Signs of Emotional Trauma in Adults
Emotional trauma affects an astonishing 70% of U.S. adults having experienced at least one traumatic event in their lives. It originates from profoundly distressing or life-altering events that shatter a person's sense of security, leading to feelings of helplessness...
How Do You Know if You Have OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a prevalent mental health condition, often enveloped in misconceptions and stereotypes. At its core, OCD is more than just being overly neat or afraid of germs; it's a complex disorder that significantly impacts the lives of...
Bipolar II: Everything You Need To Know
Bipolar disorder affects about 5.7 million adult Americans, as reported by the National Institute of Mental Health. Within this broad category is Bipolar II disorder. Unlike Bipolar I, Bipolar II features periods of high energy or hypomanic episodes mixed with times...
A Beginner’s Guide to Cyclothymic Disorder
Cyclothymic disorder is a term that is not as widely recognized as others within the bipolar disorder spectrum. This condition presents a milder form of emotional highs and lows, yet it significantly shapes the lives of those it touches. This beginner's guide aims to...
A Guide to the Connection Between Genes & Depression
Depression is one of the most significant challenges in mental health today, affecting approximately 280 million people worldwide. But what lies beneath the surface of this complex condition? Studies estimate the heritability of depression to be around 40-50%, and...
7 Long-Term Effects of Depression
Depression is an intricate condition, often misunderstood as mere sadness or a temporary emotional downturn. Yet, for those affected, it represents a profound and persistent disturbance in mood, thought, and overall well-being. Recognizing the long-term effects of...
An Intro to Emotions Anonymous (EA)
In the vast and intricate mental health landscape, finding a supportive community that resonates with personal experiences and offers a path toward healing is invaluable. Emotions Anonymous (EA) stands out as a beacon of hope for individuals grappling with emotional...