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Let’s Talk About Addiction…before it’s too late.
Not everyone turns to addiction to numb the pain of trauma. But for those who do, you’re not alone.
The Importance of Recognizing the Cycle of Abuse
If you are stuck in a toxic relationship and believe your partner is being abusive, it is important to recognize the cycle, which is comprised of four distinct stages which repeat over and over again. Understanding this cycle can help you make a definitive determination regarding whether the situation you’re in is dangerous and detrimental […]
Using Cognitive-Behavioral Reframing to Eliminate Your Worst Fears
If you suffer from abuse-induced PTSD, you may have gotten very used to walking on eggshells in an abusive environment, feeling as if you could not say or do anything without being reprimanded or criticized. Often, those who struggle with symptoms of PTSD after leaving an abusive home – whether the abuser was a significant […]
Popular Phrases of Predators: Healing from Abuse-Induced PTSD
Abuse doesn’t have to be physical. In fact, the emotional scars often outlast those inflicted on the body. Abusers also tend to either start the cycle with words, then things get physical, or they do both simultaneously. Rarely does one exist without the other. Those who have shared an intimate space with an abuser who uses […]
Healing Essentials: Abuse-Induced PTSD Recovery
If you suffer from PTSD as a result of abuse, it is important as you venture into your healing journey to do a couple of things. These are necessary for growth, and they are essential to be able to heal effectively. Hang on to these tools and revisit them as often as is needed. Don’t […]