After a traumatic event, it is natural to feel frightened. Fear is a tool the body uses to protect itself in dangerous situations.Nearly everyone will experience a range of reactions after a traumatic event, but not everyone will experience PTSD.
Read MoreIt has become common to hear about physical abuse, or emotional abuse, but we rarely hear about the lesser-known, spiritual abuse.
Read MoreD.E.R., also known as Disaster Emotional Relief, is a clinical intervention and psychoeducational hybrid service founded by Wellspring to help people heal after traumatic events in a community.
Read MoreA cancer diagnosis is life-altering. When someone has cancer, the life they envisioned for themselves, their body, their loved ones, and their mental health are affected.
Read More2020 - the year of Covid-19, political animosity, economic suffering and racial tension - has taken a large toll on the nation’s mental health. In a study conducted in June by the CDC, 11% of respondents reported having seriously considered suicide in the 30 days before completing the survey!
Read MoreKindness can be described as the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. Compassionate, forgiving, merciful, empathetic, and understanding are other words I associate with kindness
Read MoreYour child sees you worried about the pandemic; or they may be worried about going back to school. Kids are seeing loved ones get sick or die from Covid. Are these considered crises?
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