Abuse happens when someone says or does something that causes harm to another person. It can happen to anyone, and there are many common symptoms of abuse in adults to be aware of. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to notice abuse in adults because it’s hidden. Being aware of the common forms of abuse in…
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Animals can offer an incredible amount of emotional support. An increasing number of people are turning to emotional support animals such as dogs and cats to help cope with and overcome an array of mental health conditions. But what about horses? The use of horses in therapeutic settings is certainly nothing new, but it’s less…
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If you or someone you love are experiencing physical abuse, help and healing are available. When people who are hurt don’t know how to work through their traumas and healthily express feelings, they often hurt others. Your safety is critical, and you don’t have to accept physical abuse as a condition of your relationship. This…
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Experts are uncertain how many people have a sex addiction, but they think it’s 3-5% of the population. That’s millions of people with an addiction, many of whom likely don’t know they have it and go undiagnosed. This post will help you understand sex addict symptoms and treatment options if you’re experiencing them. What is…
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If you or a loved one are considering death by suicide, there are many suicide prevention resources for you to seek help and overcome the present symptoms. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, andremains the top cause of death for people ages 10 to 34. If you or a…
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No single substance use treatment is right for everyone. Addiction is a highly complex disorder that affects brain function and behavior. It can have a serious impact on many areas of your life. This complexity is why addiction recovery requires an individualized substance abuse treatment plan. A treatment plan is a fundamental first step in…
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Sometimes, you learn best by “doing.” Participation in experiential therapy activities is effective for treating and aiding in recovery for certain mental health conditions. This post explains experiential therapy, what it looks like, and who it helps. Defining Experiential Therapy Experiential therapy is a hands-on, engaging therapy that can help you to process and cope…
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Going back to daily life after residential treatment can be a shock. Community reintegration aims to make this transition easier while helping maintain the progress you made during treatment. This post explains community reintegration, its goals, and how it helps you in recovery. What is Community Reintegration? Community reintegration is for anyone who has been…
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You aren’t just a head or a body. But when you’ve experienced trauma, it may feel like you’re living in a fog, as though you are just one or the other. Somatic therapy can help you become more aware of what’s happening in your mind and body to heal more thoroughly. What is Somatic Therapy?…
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Everyone experiences stressful and traumatic events in their life. But, for some people, the impact of those events is greater and it lingers on. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health condition triggered by traumatic events. PTSD experiences and symptoms vary widely from person to person. Understanding more about PTSD can help you identify it…
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