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How PTSD Impacts Men and Women Differently- Dry Scalp and Dandruff - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2016 from Pritam RawalOur perception towards dandruff and dry scalp being same is actually wrong. Dry scalp is different when compared to dandruff. The skin on our scalp renews its cells after every 24 days. That is the new skin cells are generated after 24 days while the older skin cells which are dead now, gets ...
Views: 1759 - EFT for PTSD - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Susan BarreraMy husband’s PTSD was severe. He spent two years in the VA as an inpatient when he returned from Vietnam. Our life was hell. He was often suicidal and suffered from constant depression, nightmares, flashbacks and his anger was scary. In fact he had almost ALL of the symptoms of PTSD. ...
Views: 3402 - EMDR Therapy - A Powerful Therapeutic Tool - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Marlena KushnerEMDR THERAPY - A POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC TOOL Do you suffer from depression and anxiety? Are you stuck in old, painful or self-destructive patterns? Do negative beliefs about yourself echo inside your head? Is trauma from the past still affecting your life? Is it hard to move on to a ...
Views: 3179 - Emotional Intelligence: Making Friends and Stuff - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2023 from Christopher thomas
Views: 386 - Everything You Need To Know About RSO - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2020 from Cole MitchelWhen it comes to medical marijuana, one of the most recognizable products is Rick Simpson Oil, commonly referred to as RSO oil. RSO oil is a THC-rich concentration that offers medical marijuana patients in Florida a chance to effectively relieve mental and physical issues. Read along to ...
Views: 1212 - Exercises for Relaxation - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from Abigail FazelatIt is no secret that daily physical exercise can significantly lower stress levels over time. Studies have revealed that physical exercise lowers levels of the chemical cortisol in the brain—the hormone solely responsible for stress—while simultaneously raising the levels of endorphins—the ...
Views: 1049 - Fake Service Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Abigail FazelatAccording to an article released by CBS News called “Fake Service Dogs a Growing Problem,” real service dogs help assist a wide variety of individuals, including “people who use power or manual wheelchairs, have balance issues, have various types of autism, need seizure alert or response, need ...
Views: 1426 - Family Dynamics Change with PTSD - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2014 from Abigail FazelatAbout one in five families of veterans will never be the same once a soldier returns from combat. That is because the U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs finds that one in five combat veterans develop a mental illness known as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. PTSD can be developed after ...
Views: 1439 - Fear - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2008 from Debbie DodgeFear is an emotion that is biologically wired into our brains. It protects us from danger and death. Fear is a necessary emotion that helps us live in this world. Unfortunately, we do not need this emotion as much as we actually experience it. When the fear response turns on in reaction to the ...
Views: 1703 - Find the perfect photo gift ideas for 2011 from Pixum - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Bernal BernalAlthough December has now passed and another decade has been brought to a close, we begin to look back over the past year's celebrations. Many of us will be busy recollecting the many memories enjoyed throughout the last year, from holidays to special occasions. If you are looking for unique and ...
Views: 1244 - Five Ways a Car Accident Can Shake Your Confidence - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2017 from Harper HarmonCar accidents are not just physical events. People who have been in accidents frequently report that their confidence is shaken and that they find daily life more difficult. These effects are normal. Talk to an attorney if you are involved in a car accident because he or she can help you recover ...
Views: 1875 - Following Fort Hood - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2014 from Abigail FazelatA few days ago, there was a shooting at Fort Hood purportedly by a veteran who possesses either signs and symptoms of PTSD or possibly even a traumatic brain injury. While the situation is still currently under investigation, this resurgence of military PTSD reminds us all that mental and ...
Views: 1058 - Foods that Lower Stress - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2014 from Abigail FazelatWe all know that eating a balanced diet from all of the major food groups it the best way to stay physically healthy. But did you know that there are certain foods that boost your mental health as well? Many foods from various food groups can actually significantly lower stress levels, which for ...
Views: 1010 - Gaia's PTSD Plea - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2019 from Risa RuseHave you ever thought about how Mother Earth was feeling? Well, she shows just that through mirroring our negative emotions that have collectively caused all sorts of catastrophic pain. If you visualize connecting to her crystalline core heart deep within the center of her spirit (who is ...
Views: 1929 - Getting Your Florida Medical Marijuana And Certifications Without The Risk - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2020 from Cole MitchelLook Into Additional Options For Obtaining Your Florida MMJ Let's face it; waiting rooms are contained areas that are crowded and not the most fun place to spend your time. During COVID-19, it is likely the last place you want to be unless absolutely necessary! To reduce the risk, many ...
Views: 1185 - Growing 2014 VA Scandal - by Submitted on May 14, 2014 from Abigail FazelatFor several years, the VA has been under fire for repeated instances of negligence. Reports released by CBS in 2013 revealed that medical professionals associated with the VA prescribed 259% more narcotics than in 2002, and that individualized therapy had fallen by the wayside. An affiliate of ...
Views: 1452 - Growing Domestic Violence Against the Disabled - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Abigail FazelatIntimate personal violence, which is similar to domestic violence, affects an estimated 12 million people, both men and women, per year. That is according to the National Domestic Violence Hotline’s website, where plenty of similarly shocking statistics can be found. For instance, “more than 1 ...
Views: 1493 - Have You Lost Your Confidence After a Trauma? SOMATIC EXPERIENCING© Can Help - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2009 from Margaret (Maggie) KerriganThe car accident was six months ago, but Chris (not her real name) still was too anxious to drive. The rear end collision that had come while she waited for a city bus to take on passengers left her not only with surgical scars but emotional ones as well. Aware that she was too disoriented about ...
Views: 4095 - Heal Your Memories, and it Will Reduce Your Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2014 from Frank HealyAnxiety is often caused by the lingering effects of negative memories. In this article, you will be given tools to help you identify which memories are unresolved and how you can use simple thinking tools to heal your anxiety. Anxiety takes many forms. It can be a panic attack where you feel ...
Views: 2104 - Hiding and Shrinking: What Disney's Frozen Can Teach Us About Being Emotionally Intense - by Submitted on May 29, 2018 from Imi LoSome people are naturally more intense than others. They are often told that they are ‘too much,’, ’too sensitive,’ ‘too emotional. People who feel more deeply and intensely than others are more aware of subtleties; their brain processes information and reflects on it more deeply. At ...
Views: 1958 - How a Car Accident Can Affect Your Mental Health - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2021 from Lizzie WeakleyThe aftermath of an accident can damage you in multiple ways. Aside from the physical damages that eventually heal, there are also mental health issues that can come. Mental trauma can be far-reaching and difficult to overcome. After a car accident, it is imperative you take care of yourself ...
Views: 639 - How Bipolar Disorder is Affecting Veterans with PTSD - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2014 from Abigail FazelatBipolar disorder, previously known as “manic depressive disorder”, affects approximately one out of every hundred people, making it a “relatively common” mental illness according to the U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs. However, the public does not usually associate veterans with bipolar ...
Views: 6695 - How Brain Scans Can Help Ailing Veterans - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2014 from Abigail FazelatDaniel Amen, a psychiatrist and Tedx speaker, revealed to his audience in a segment called “The Most Important Lesson from 83,000 Brain Injuries” the ineffectiveness of modern psychiatric practices. He also referred to the influx of returning U.S. combat veterans who served in Iraq and/or ...
Views: 1426 - How Can Exercise Help People with Chronic Pain? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2021 from Deepak YadavChoose the Best Exercises to Alleviate Your Chronic Pain Signs A 2010 study reported pain affects more than 400 million people around the world. Consequently, they experience severe lifestyle changes due to frequent episodes of chronic pain. Again, health experts say long-term pain linked with ...
Views: 1194 - How Can the Trauma of Childhood Still Be Afffecting Me? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Margaret (Maggie) KerriganEvan exploded. His one-year-old son had dropped cereal on the floor for the third time. Usually, Evan has lots of tolerance when his son dropped things, but today he had none. He knew his reaction was over the top for something relatively minor. Later, when he thought about his reaction he ...
Views: 1542 - How Deployments Worsen PTSD - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: “re-experiencing symptoms,” “avoidance symptoms,” ...
Views: 1215 - How Meditation Benefits Veterans with Mental Illness and TBIs, Pt. 1 - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2014 from Abigail FazelatMeditation has been a holistic practice for thousands of years, one that helps practitioners relax and reconnect with their inner selves. Meditation also allows for people to stay centered in the present moment, which can become an invaluable tool for veterans who are haunted with the memories ...
Views: 1404 - How Meditation Benefits Veterans with Mental Illness and TBIs, Pt. 2 - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2014 from Abigail FazelatPart 1 of this article demonstrated the many ways in which soldiers benefit from practicing meditation, especially those who are affected by mental illnesses like PTSD as well as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). This article actually teaches veterans how to meditate. The U.S. Department of ...
Views: 1250 - How Overthinking Worsens PTSD - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from Abigail FazelatNot many people think about overthinking, which is ironic, since those who overthink are too preoccupied with overthinking to notice just how damaging their overthinking can be. Overthinking occurs when a person continues to dwell relentlessly on one scenario, subject, or problem to the point of ...
Views: 2799 - How Overthinking Worsens PTSD - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from Abigail FazelatNot many people think about overthinking, which is ironic, since those who overthink are too preoccupied with overthinking to notice just how damaging their overthinking can be. Overthinking occurs when a person continues to dwell relentlessly on one scenario, subject, or problem to the point of ...
Views: 1299 - How to Combat PTSD Nightmares - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2014 from Abigail FazelatNightmares are a sign of high levels of stress. So no wonder combat veterans who suffer from PTSD suffer from frequent and hellacious nightmares from their time at war. The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, ...
Views: 1339 - How to Handle and Overcome Common Disasters in Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2019 from Meghan BelnapNo matter how fortunate you are, there are certain struggles that are almost certain to occur at some point in your life. While you may do your best to avoid them, it's more realistic to figure out how to deal with them in an effective manner. Below are a few of the more common disasters that ...
Views: 1199 - How to Move Forward After a Severe Car Accident - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2020 from Meghan BelnapGetting involved in a car accident can be a traumatizing experience. It may change your life forever. It can also take a long time to recover after an accident. The good news is that there are several ways that you can move after a severe car accident. Rest One of the best things that you can ...
Views: 872 - How to support a loved one with mental health problems - by Submitted on May 29, 2024 from Radhika SinghEveryone experiences difficult times, and others support us during them. At other times, we have been concerned about the psychological well-being of others. There are numerous ways to help someone you care about, whether or not they are a friend, family member, or coworker. How can I ...
Views: 262 - How Toxic Relationships Affect PTSD - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from Abigail FazelatHow Toxic Relationships Affect PTSD The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: ...
Views: 1575 - How Veterans Can Cope with Guilt - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2014 from Abigail FazelatPossibly one of the most agitating side effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in combat veterans is an overwhelming feeling of guilt. The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops PTSD, either during or shortly after combat, and the Mayo Clinic ...
Views: 1248 - Is it a Panic Attack or PTSD? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Abigail FazelatOperation: I.V is a 501(c)3 non-profit founded in 2012 that helps combat veterans heal from both PTSD as well as traumatic brain injuries. Its founder, Roxann Abrams, is a Gold Star Mother who lost her son SFC Randy Abrams in 2009. Randy took his own life after experiencing a PTSD flashback from ...
Views: 1699 - Is PTSD Genetic? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe National Institute for Mental Health finds that about 7.7 million American adults suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. PTSD usually occurs after an individual has either endured or witnessed a traumatic event, but the disorder can even affect people of close relations to ...
Views: 2075 - Is PTSD Stress Contagious? - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: “re-experiencing symptoms,” “avoidance symptoms,” ...
Views: 1409 - Is That The Reason Why I Cannot Deal With Stress After A Traumatic Experience? Part 1 - by Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, has been called many names over the years. It was known as “shell-shock” in World War I and “battle fatigue” in World War II. The term post-traumatic stress disorder became well known during the war in Viet Nam. It simply means a ...
Views: 2704 - Is There Treatment For PTSD - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2008 from Darlene SiddonsYes, there is treatment for PTSD, but a great first step is to get information and education about the disorder and then to attend a local PTSD support group. Therapy for this can be very expensive and so the more knowledge about it before going into therapy the better. Being educated and ...
Views: 1438 - Israeli Study on HBOT - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2014 from Abigail FazelatPBS Frontline estimates that almost half a million soldiers are afflicted with some form of traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, admittedly, that number is “hard to pinpoint,” because TBIs can easily go either mis/undiagnosed by the medical community. However, some TBIs can be deadly if left ...
Views: 1354 - It's Not Surprising That You Are Still Not Done with the Accident - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Margaret (Maggie) KerriganRichard, not his real name, was anxious to photograph the deer that he had been tracking all morning. The boulder nearby looked like the perfect place where he could scan the field. That thought was the last he remembered. With one misstep, he felt himself tumbling over the rock and dropping ...
Views: 1350 - It's Still Important to Heal Your Memories, It Will Change Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2014 from Frank HealyDo you ever wish that something in your life had happened differently? Maybe you made a bad decision in a career or marriage? Were you bullied in school? at home? at work? Is there a memory that you continue to think about? There are some simple exercises that can help you heal a memory. It ...
Views: 2157 - It’s Not Surprising That You’re Still Not Done with the Accident - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2009 from Margaret (Maggie) KerriganRichard, not his real name, was anxious to photograph the deer that he had been tracking all morning. The boulder nearby looked like the perfect place where he could scan the field. That thought was the last he remembered. With one misstep, he felt himself tumbling over the rock and dropping ...
Views: 1269 - Jarhead - by Submitted on May 21, 2014 from Abigail FazelatDuring the Iraq War, the news was one of the few resources that civilians had in order to track U.S. troops’ activities overseas. However, this point of view, with only brief video clips and sparse snapshots flashing across TV screens, was the only peek into the lives of these troops as they ...
Views: 1720 - Losing a Loved One to PTSD - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Abigail FazelatNo one is ever prepared to lose a loved one, and especially not to suicide. However, for veterans and military families alike, loss is rapidly becoming a part of life. Military suicide rates are growing astronomically—roughly 22 veterans a day are taking their own lives after they return from ...
Views: 917 - Losing Relationships to PTSD - by Submitted on May 28, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: “re-experiencing symptoms,” “avoidance symptoms,” ...
Views: 1646 - Make PTSD A Faded Memory - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2019 from Risa RuseLet us take an imaginary, hypothetical journey together, you see. Actually, this is something that is really happening to me. Although, if it could happen to myself the circumstances could be yours, too. It involves looking down on our everyday lives, examining what keeps us blue. This ...
Views: 1798 - Meditation -Simple Medicine For Inner Wounds - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Harshada WagnerLately there has been a great deal of oxygen in the air for conversations about the plight of our new generation of combat veterans. While stories about moldy outpatient clinics and traumatic brain injury compete for (much deserved) attention, there is another, underground story going on. We're ...
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