Category: Depression
Posted by Courtney - November 10, 2011 - Anxiety and Panic Attacks, Compassion Fatigue, Depression, Grief and Loss, Rapid Resolution Therapy, Trauma Therapy Trends
Nurses, medics, and physicians are often overlooked as suffering from post-traumatic stress because they are not necessarily viewed as being “in combat situations.” However, these brave medical professionals also encounter the horrors of war on a daily basis during their deployment and it can affect them greatly upon their return to civilian life. Drs. Sharon [...]
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Posted by Courtney - September 5, 2011 - Depression, Grief and Loss
As we begin the week approaching the tenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center attacks, people are asking how to avoid traumatic anniversary reactions and/or support friends directly impacted by this event. The good news is that people are preparing themselves in advance and coming together in very creative, positive ways. For [...]
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Posted by Courtney - March 27, 2011 - Depression, Getting Clients Unstuck, Inspiration and Encouragement, Rapid Resolution Therapy, Trauma Therapy Trends
Recently in the media, there has been so much focus on horror and destruction around our world. Seeing such images over and over again can make us feel helpless. But, aren’t you more uplifted, inspired, and motivated when you hear stories of how people are helping one another, creatively surviving, and coming up with innovative ways to get through these tragedies?
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Posted by Courtney - February 14, 2011 - Depression, Grief and Loss, Inspiration and Encouragement
Just want to honor single folks on Valentine’s day, acknowledging the gifts of being alone and enjoying one’s own company. This film by Andrea Dorfman featuring poet/songwriter Tanya Davis is absolutely beautiful and uplifting! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7X7sZzSXYs&w=640&h=390]
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Posted by Courtney - February 6, 2011 - Anxiety and Panic Attacks, Depression, Inspiration and Encouragement, Mindfulness and Meditation, Science and Neuroscience, Trauma Therapy Trends
Need more incentive to meditate? A recent study measured positive changes in brain regions associated with memory, empathy, and stress after just 8 weeks of daily meditation practice.
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Posted by Courtney - January 3, 2011 - Depression, Inspiration and Encouragement, Science and Neuroscience
You’ve got to watch this witty and poignant talk by Brené Brown, a University of Houston professor who studies human connection. She found those who are happiest in relationships are those who are willing to feel vulnerable and admit that they are imperfect.
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Posted by Courtney - December 22, 2010 - Depression, Grief and Loss, Inspiration and Encouragement
How do you get through traumatic grief around the holidays, especially if a holiday marks the anniversary of a traumatic loss? Discover some effective strategies in this post.
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Posted by Courtney - December 20, 2010 - Depression, Grief and Loss, Inspiration and Encouragement
Blue Christmas celebrations serve to give people an outlet for grief and hope for the future. Many people who have attended these services say they help to ease their pain because they recieve support and realize they are not alone.
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Posted by Courtney - December 7, 2010 - Anxiety and Panic Attacks, Depression, Getting Clients Unstuck, Science and Neuroscience, Trauma Therapy Trends
Could we have the potential to “erase” the fear from a traumatic memory soon? Would this relieve PTSD, or cause more problems? Last month, Science Express published research done by Dr. Richard Huganir and colleagues at Johns Hopkins University suggesting we may be able to manipulate fear-based memories. Laboratory rats were conditioned to fear a [...]
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Posted by Courtney - November 9, 2010 - Anxiety and Panic Attacks, Depression, Rapid Resolution Therapy
Unfortunately, bullying seems to have increased among teens aged 12-18, according to recent polls. What do you think is the best response toward bullying and cyberbullying behaviors? Support anti-bullying programs in schools? Or, teach people how not to feel like victims?
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