turmeric to reduce PTSD-related inflamation
According to the US Department of Veteran Affairs, about six out of every 100 Americans experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Turmeric may be an effective, natural herb to aid in resolving trauma.
“Obesity” Can get in the way of healing
Research suggests that 5.8% of us with an obesity diagnosis also experience post-traumatic stress disorder. But, that obesity diagnosis might be getting in the way of healing. There is a way to gain the life you desire, and it likely starts with resolving the trauma so that it no longer gets in your way.
The Kids Aren’t All Right When They’re Abusing Their Parents
Kids abuse their parents at alarming rates, according to research that points to acts of child-to-parent violence in upwards of 65% of the families studied. Yet, most studies indicate that parent abuse is underreported.
Parental Abuse is Real
The first step is recognizing the behavior for what it is—abuse. If you are experiencing abuse by your kid at any age, seek help right away. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
Introducing integrated behavioral healthcare
Is healthcare letting you down? Do you get frustrated because your doctor and counselor don’t seem able to get on the same page or offer you completely different perspectives on what you’re going through? We can fix that for you with integrated behavioral healthcare.
Manager Support is Essential when Employees Experience Discrimination and Harassment
Issues of discrimination and harassment can be scary, to put it mildly. But, as a manager, you can enable employee, team, company, and community success and future mental wellness by not sweeping these issues under the proverbial rug. Support your people. Listen to them. Believe them. Trust that they know their experience best.
The Fight Continues
2021 PRIDE is coming to an end. For many of us, the celebrations quiet, the protests weaken, and we go back to life as usual. But does it have to be that way? Could every day be a day full of PRIDE? After all, what is PRIDE, if not visibility of the nearly 18 million people that live next door, down the street, or across the way?
What Are Your Pronouns?
Have you noticed that LinkedIn and email signatures are chock full of pronouns?
Let’s Talk About Trauma
Everyone on the planet has likely experienced some form of trauma. From car accidents and bullying to abuse, neglect, and family dysfunction, trauma seems to be the norm, although most of our traumatic experiences are unique to us individually. So why is it that we fail to recognize the impact of trauma in our lives?
Make Your Workplace Mentally Well
Years ago, as a consultant, I attended a meeting to turn around one of America’s iconic retail brands. Sitting in the meeting surrounded by employees of the business and other consultants, we considered the state of the business. We provided insights into how the company could resolve its issues and reemerge as a trusted and sought-after brand.
You Can Change the World by Focusing on Your Mental Health
Something extraordinary is happening in the world concerning mental health. More than I have seen in my lifetime, a focus on mental health is everywhere--on the news, in movies, across commercials, and at work and school.
Find the Right Counselor for You
If you are shopping for a counselor in today’s market, you have many wonderful folks from whom to choose. In fact, there are so many counselors available to you that making a decision might feel overwhelming. Yet, you can select the right counselor for you, and your choice is critical to fuel your counseling goals.
An opportunity to connect
So why write a blog? Are these even necessary these days? Valuable? Well, maybe. I guess I see this blog as an opportunity to connect with visitors to the site.
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