I think when many people hear or see the letters “PTSD” an image of a war surviving soldier pops up in our minds. However, the prevalence and effect of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder doesn’t affect solely veterans and military service members. Adolescent females, ages 13-18, have the highest prevalence of PTSD in their age demographic …
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We all have coping mechanisms and skills that we have developed throughout our lives that we use consciously and unconsciously when we are experiencing distress. When it comes to coping with the different facets of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, some things can be more effective than others. Typically, there are internal and external means of coping. …
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If you have a family member or a friend who has been diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, you may feel at a loss for ways you can help them. A few tips for helping a loved one navigate PTSD are: Approach them with empathy. You may not personally understand what they are feeling and experiencing, …
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Though Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a well known diagnosis, the impact it can have on individuals, families and relationships is still present. Individuals with this diagnosis experience an array of symptoms relating to inattention or hyperactivity, or at times both. Inattentive symptoms could present as difficulty holding attention to complete tasks (schoolwork, chores, play activities, …
Being diagnosed with any disorder will come with plenty of questions regarding treatment, prognosis and a multitude of other things. ADHD is no different. Every person is different and how symptoms are presented, as well as how they respond to different medications and interventions, will be different. I will provide frequently asked questions, regarding an …
When thinking about ADHD treatment, many people assume that medication is the only correct answer. Though this is correct in most cases, coping skills have been shown to aid in the effectiveness of medication, as well as dealing with the symptoms associated with ADHD. As we have discussed in previous posts, ADHD presents with multiple …
Your Families Journey Through…ADHD ADHD is probable one of the more common mental health diagnoses seen and heard of across the globe. In 2011, the National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH) completed a survey identifying the prevalence of ADHD in children, adolescents and adults. In this study it is shown that 11% of the total …
Grief. Such a heavy 5 letter word. When you lose someone that is close to you the journey through the grieving process can be painful and laboring. You feel the weight of the loss. You miss the presence of that person. You miss hearing their voice and the memories that you have made with them. …
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General: I Hate You, Don’t Leave Me by Jerold J. Kreisman, MD https://www.amazon.com/Hate-You-Dont-Leave-Understanding-Personality/dp/0399536213/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind & Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk, MD https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748/ref=zg_bs_4682_9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=RMN2GJ7Z9VG5X5NTBQ34 The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Bruce D. Perry, MD, PhD with Maia Szalavitz https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Who-Raised-Psychiatrists-Notebook-What/dp/0465094457/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3E3TJHFYC273K&dchild=1&keywords=the+boy+raised+as+a+dog&qid=1599835038&s=books&sprefix=the+boy+raised%2Cstripbooks%2C176&sr=1-1 Grief: A Grief …
According to studies and surveys completed by the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 17.3 million Americans are affected by Major Depression Disorder (MDD). That is 7.1% of the American population. While this is such a common and frequently occurring disorder, there is still stigma attached to discussing the struggles that individuals with depression face. …