Technology has changed the way we live and connect with others. One area greatly impacted is mental health services, with the rise of online therapy. This form of therapy has become popular because it allows clients to remain anonymous and feel more comfortable. In this blog post, we will discuss why online therapy is less …
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There are numerous factors that contribute to being childfree, choice and circumstance being two main themes. Sometimes infertility or adoption attempts can prevent someone from having children while other times, people simply decide parenthood isn’t what they want. Either scenario has started conversations surrounding whether it is appropriate to ask strangers, family, or friends why …
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Traumatic experiences affect us all differently and can leave lasting physical and psychological marks. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a more commonly known mental health condition that can develop after an individual is involved in a traumatic event, such as a serious accident or a physical/sexual assault. Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) differs from PTSD …
We make millions of decisions surrounding food every day: What should I make for dinner? Should I order out? Is my meal healthy enough? It is important to think about what we’re putting in our bodies, but food anxiety can form when you become preoccupied with the consequences of eating certain foods. Negative relationships with …
When you think about undergoing a medical procedure, you may be nervous about the outcome. Typically, you prepare to be discharged with some soreness, maybe a cast or a few stitches but not many think about the possibility of leaving with medical trauma. Medical trauma is defined as a set of psychological and physiological responses …
If you suffer from anxiety, you know that awful feeling when heart races, you start to sweat, and you feel like you just want to run. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness in the United States, affecting roughly 40 million adults. While …
“God, you can be so stupid sometimes.” “Why would he be attracted to YOU?” “You’re just going to screw this up.” These are things you would probably never say to another human being unless you’re a real jerk. But how many of us have that inner critic that says these kinds of things all the …
“Try, try again…” “Dust yourself off and start all over again…” “Get right back on that horse…” These are just some of the common phrases we use to support the idea that trying something after it didn’t go so well the first time is a good idea. And in many instances, this is the right …
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No one ever wants to be on the receiving end of romantic betrayal. The emotional pain of discovering that someone you love and trust has been cheating and lying to you can be overwhelming. When you are the victim of massive deception and betrayal, it can leave you feeling sadness, confusion, resentment, and anger. Many …
