When it comes to recognizing and addressing trauma and trauma-related disorders, it’s important to separate fact from fiction. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for example, is often associated exclusively with the horrors of war, but it’s a myth that only veterans of combat develop the condition. In reality, PTSD can impact anyone who has witnessed or
In this free on-demand session, David Rosmarin, PhD, ABPP, explores how we can stop fighting anxiety—and instead use it as a signal for growth, purpose, and connection. Click here to view this training. Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of continuing education.
Despite the progress that’s been made in talking about and addressing mental health, stigma still remains—especially in young male populations. For many teen boys and young men, it can be difficult for them to express how they’re feeling or admit that they have been struggling with mental health. Despite efforts being made around freedom of
Caring for others can be a joyful and beautiful experience—or it can be detrimental to our well-being. Burnout in caretaker populations can go easily overlooked, as most attention may be given to the person being looked after. A caregiver with burnout often feels overwhelmed and may be physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausted from the stressors
