Challenging circumstances are part of every human life. But sometimes, the intensity of an event exceeds the body and mind's ability to fully process it. The word psychologists use to describe the mental-emotional response to such events is "trauma." Trauma is a psychological wound or scar....
Approximately 28.8 million Americans will have an eating disorder (ED) in their lifetime. If untreated, an ED can cause serious health risks and emotional damage. Eating disorders are among the most deadly mental illnesses in the world. A common risk factor for most behavioral...
PTSD symptoms in men can be more difficult to recognize and diagnose. Many men are wired or conditioned not to show weakness, so they may internalize and hide these symptoms. They may also attempt to self-medicate through drugs or alcohol....
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a behavioral health condition that happens to some people after they experience a frightening or traumatic event. PTSD causes sufferers to experience flashbacks, nightmares and daily anxiety. PTSD triggers refer to the different stimuli that can cause anxiety and stress...
Victims of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) know exactly what it’s like to live inside their head years after a life-altering traumatic experience. PTSD is a disorder that develops after an individual directly or indirectly experiences a traumatic event, such as the following: • Combat • Domestic violence •...
