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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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 …
So here you are. The journey for you and your family seems dark and confusing. You need direction, support, and guidance to turn this journey back into a joyous adventure rather than a scary tragedy. In every great adventure, there are many storms and trials. We want to support you and your family through these …
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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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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. …