Post-traumatic stress disorder can manifest itself in many ways. It can change the way one operates entirely, and one of the most terrifying characteristics can come in the form of self-destructive behavior. This can include engaging in risky behaviors, such as excessive gambling or promiscuous sex. It might mean abusing substances or causing self-harm. One […]
Post-Traumatic Stress and Borderline Personality Disorder are Eerily Interrelated
There is growing evidence that those who experience trauma are at an increased risk of developing borderline personality disorder (BPD). Unfortunately, the association between the two has long been left unacknowledged. However, in recent years, some clinicians have expressed an interest in adding BPD to the list of trauma-spectrum disorders. This might induce some panic […]
Compartmentalizing Each Piece of Self to Focus on Healing
In those quiet moments in which we are practicing mindful thinking, sometimes it helps to focus on each area of self that needs attention – really focus and actively listen to anything distressing, so we can figure out how to correct it or, at the very least, make peace with it. One way in which […]
It’s All a Matter of Perspective: Shift Yours Today
It was a woman’s birthday and her husband came home with a bouquet of flowers, but they weren’t roses. And, while they were a beautiful assortment of bright colors, she wondered why the love of her life hadn’t sprung for her favorite red ones. So, she thanked him, but decided to ask. Her husband replied, […]
Post-Traumatic Stress: The Pivotal Point of No Return – What’s Next?
A few things happen when we reach our breaking point – whether it be with a relationship, friendships, work, our kids. Something takes over and we realize we’ve had enough. There’s no going back. However, what we do at this moment often defines the course our life takes moving forward. We all have choices to […]
Post Trauma: Kicking Stress and Stockholm Syndrome to the Curb
Post-traumatic stress order (PTSD) is serious. It can feel overwhelming. At times, victims will experience panic attacks, extreme anxiety or clinical depression. Victims have also reported repeated flashbacks, nightmares and paranoia associated with the trauma they experienced. These negative emotions can leave one feeling stranded, lost, unfulfilled and unworthy. Relationships with mental, emotional, physical and […]