How to Identify and Prevent Trauma as a First Responder

Identify and Prevent Trauma as a First Responder

Many people face problems at work, but few can be compared to the problems First Responders face. The nature of this hazardous and high-risk job can create stress-related disorders, mental health problems, and trauma caused by intense working conditions. Whether it’s a Firefighter witnessing burned-up bodies, extracting bodies from a crumpled car wreck, or responding …

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Toxic Parenting Ways of Narcissistic Mothers

Toxic Parenting Ways of Narcissistic Mothers

Mothers are supposed to protect their children from the terrors of the outside world. But what if they become the source of terror themselves? Narcissistic mothers can hinder their child’s emotional and mental development, causing serious psychological harm that can be difficult to reverse. Life With a Narcissistic Mother Narcissists have zero empathy. They don’t …

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Coping with Mental Illness During the Holidays: 3 Easy Tips

Coping with Mental Illness During the Holidays

Having a family member with a mental illness or personality disorder can be difficult, making the holidays even harder. That’s because a toxic family member can make things bitter, awkward and a path of eggshells for everyone to travel. How to Manage Your Holiday with a Toxic Person? Do you remember Christmases past when your …

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Setting Healthy Boundaries with a Toxic Ex-spouse

Setting Healthy Boundaries

Setting boundaries is never too easy, and it can seem nearly impossible when you’re dealing with a toxic ex. But if you fail to develop and maintain healthy boundaries with your ex, your future relationships are likely to be doomed. Getting divorced is typically a difficult time and an unpleasant experience. It’s crucially important to …

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Impacts of a Father on Child Development

Impacts of a Father on Child Development

When it comes to parenthood and parenting, the role of a mother is often considered more important and emotionally necessary for the child. However, a father’s level of engagement can have an immeasurable impact on any individual’s mental and psychological development during their childhood. What Does the Absence of a Father Do? Many children grow …

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What is EAP?

Mental Health and EAP

Employees go through a lot. From relationship problems to family issues, financial stress, and even substance abuse, the life of an employee can be feel chaotic at times, and this impacts can productivity. When it comes to health benefits, those pertaining to mental health are often overlooked. Mental Health and EAP EAP, also known as …

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Returning to Work After Leave

Returning to Work After Leave

Sometimes, life takes an unexpected turn and you’re left with no clue about how to deal with the changes that may have come your way. Being diagnosed with a mental illness or substance use disorder, which requires care, is one example. If you’ve been diagnosed with a mental illness, or addiction has you in its …

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What is Schizoaffective Disorder?

What is Schizoaffective Disorder?

Schizoaffective disorder is a chronic, yet not so common mental health condition. It includes those who suffer from symptoms of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder, such as bipolar disorder or depression. Most patients suffering from schizoaffective disorder are initially diagnosed with chronic depression or a mood disorder. Types of Schizoaffective Disorder There are majorly …

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About Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder

About Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder

Do you often find yourself saying “I don’t feel like myself”? Have you ever felt that you’re not real? Or does the world around you start appearing dreamlike at times? If yes, you could be suffering from depersonalization derealization disorder! Note: Such feelings are not unusual if felt occasionally. However, for DDD sufferers, these feelings …

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