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Debunking Myths About PTSD

Gateway Foundation

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a medical condition individuals can develop after traumatic experiences. People can develop PTSD from many experiences, including natural disasters, abuse or other life-altering events. Learning the truth about PTSD can help eliminate the stigma and encourage people to seek treatment.

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Why the DSM Doesn’t Acknowledge Sensory Integration Symptoms

University of Connecticut

For many people with SPD, their constant need to re-regulate their senses to adapt to the stimuli around them, creates symptoms of distractibility, irritability, anxiety, and depression. Imagine trying to treat a client with ASD or PTSD and not teaching the client about their sensory system reactions?

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Guest Post: The Difference Between Mental Health & Mental Illness by Amelia Blackwater

Bipolar Bandit

The main groups of mental disorders are: * Anxiety disorders. depression or bipolar. Eating disorders ex. anorexia or bulimia. Mood disorders ex. Personality disorders ex. borderline personality disorder. Psychotic disorders ex. schizophrenia. Substance abuse disorders ex. drug addictions. Trauma-related disorders ex.

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Finding the Right Words

My Brains Not Broken

When I was first dealing with anxiety and depression, my mental health vocabulary was limited. I wanted to find synonyms for the term trigger , which I’ve found myself using a lot in regards to my anxiety. Had I grown comfortable in the way I described my anxiety and depression, and was it still accurate?

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Coming out of the Depressive State

Abuse Survivor

A few weeks ago, I found myself triggered into a depressive episode, and I thought it was important to share my journey with you. The Trigger: Life has its ups and downs, and recently, I encountered a situation that triggered old wounds and sent me spiraling into a depressive state. Hey there, beautiful souls!

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How to Help Someone Who’s Experiencing PTSD

Gateway Foundation

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can severely impact a person’s life. When a partner, family member, or friend has PTSD, it can also take a heavy toll on your relationship with them. It’s essential to remember that a person with PTSD might not always have control over their behaviors.

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Finding Hope and Healing: 71 Powerful Bible Verses about Depression and Anxiety in Social Work

Social Work Haven

Interestingly, I find myself embarking on a unique journey of faith and healing where I explore Bible verses about depression (KJV) within the realm of social work. Depression and anxiety can be isolating experiences, often leaving individuals feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. What Bible verse should you read when depressed?

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