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What is Complex PTSD?
What is Complex PTSD?

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) is a mental health issue that can form after experiencing a multitude of traumatic events. While this disorder has many challenges, for example difficulty managing emotions and negative self-view, there are steps people can take to heal from past trauma. There are certain therapeutic interventions and self-help techniques that can help individuals manage symptoms of C-PTSD.


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What is Agoraphobia?
What is Agoraphobia?

Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder where people are fearful of leaving “safe” places and have anxiety in a multitude of environments. While agoraphobia can be hard to manage, if you are struggling with this disorder, you are not alone. This blog post explores the many successful therapeutic techniques to help individuals struggling with agoraphobia.

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How to Handle Being Triggered During Family Gatherings
How to Handle Being Triggered During Family Gatherings

Holiday family gatherings can be a wonderful family bonding time, with yummy food and plenty of laughter. However, the holiday season isn’t always a cheerful time. Even if we cherish our time with family, these gatherings can be tough and draining. Family members can bring up triggering topics, childhood trauma, and past resentments.

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Andropause: Midlife Crisis in Men
Andropause: Midlife Crisis in Men

Imagine waking up feeling exhausted, irritable, and disconnected from your body. You brush it off as stress or age, but the symptoms persist—your energy dwindles, your mood swings become more frequent, and even your sense of self begins to shift. For many men, this is not just the toll of aging but the onset of andropause, a little-discussed stage of a man’s life that brings not only physical changes but profound impacts on mental health. 

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Borderline Personality Disorder vs. Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder vs. Bipolar Disorder

Most people don't know much about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Bipolar Disorder (BD) other than the fact that their names are similar. This blog aims to give a detailed description of the symptoms of each and what makes each disorder a unique diagnosis. Additionally, this blog aims to describe the similarities of the disorders and delve into their differences.

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