The Scapegoat

Strengths of the Scapegoat

A Narcissistic family’s scapegoat is forever suppressed under the weight of rage, unhappiness, family drama, and the Narcissist’s needs. Although a manipulated victim of narcissistic abuse, the scapegoat has many strengths that are also their means of redemption. Isolated, Confused, Maddened, Yet Strong For narcissistic parents, anyone who challenges their family narrative is a threat. …

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What is Telebehavioral Health? [Infographic]

What is Telebehavioral Health?

The negative views and stigma around mental and behavioral health keep many from seeking help. Telebehavorial health helps to reduce that stigma by giving people more ways to receive care. Did you know that 1 in 5 people in the U.S. population have a diagnosable behavioral health condition, and 1 in 3 of those people …

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Holiday Blues? Try These Tips

Holiday Blues? Try These Tips

The holiday season is in full swing and comes with a lot more than just Christmas songs, sweet treats and joyous family gatherings. It sometimes brings along unwelcome guests, stress, and dark waves of depression. Although this stress is understandable considering the wide list of demands – from shopping for presents, to cooking meals, cleaning …

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Eating Disorders and Covid-19: Isolation, Anxiety, and Uncontrollable Urges

Eating Disorders and Covid-19: Isolation, Anxiety, and Uncontrollable Urges

As the mandatory COVID-19 lockdowns began and the world launched into a temporary shutdown, mental health issues started escalating while the effects of isolation materialized in the form of elevated stress levels, increased anxiety, and mental breakdowns. Without their daily dose of social interaction, those who were already suffering from eating disorders such as Anorexia …

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How to Stay Sane When Your Family Is Driving You Crazy During COVID-19

How to Stay Sane When Your Family Is Driving You Crazy During COVID-19

Let’s be real: We all have the occasional tiff with our families, but imagine being stuck with them 24/7. Well, for most of us, that’s a reality during COVID-19. Normally when you’re living with your family you have space, you can see friends, go to work, etc. Now there is no separation from them and …

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