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 MoreWe all know that bad things happen in life. Our parents warn us, and we expect that some things will go wrong. Our cars break down, our parties get rained out, friends betray us, we struggle in relationships, and so on. But most of us are actually optimistic that really bad things, like what others experience, will never happen to us.
Read MoreJust as kids grow physically, they also go through periods of emotional changes. Very young children throw tantrums over popsicles, elementary kids experience their first butterflies performing in a play, and high school students get down in the dumps about not getting into the school they wanted.
Read MoreA new year begins. It is time to reset and embrace the renewal that every beginning brings. A blank page is before us, on which everything remains to be written. It's also an opportunity to improve our ways and do better than yesterday.
Read MoreLarry Crabb, a Christian psychologist defines anger as, “a strong feeling of annoyance, pain or frustration caused by a blocked goal we have set for ourselves either consciously or unconsciously.”
Read MoreTalking to kids about drugs can be difficult and feel heavy. But, the reality is that regular conversations about this critical topic will prepare them to confront this threat when it arises in their lives.
Read MoreAt Wellspring, we’ve always been dedicated to restoring hearts and minds. Looking forward to our Restore Retreat, we provide the same support for adults who have also experienced trauma or a major negative event in their lives.
Read MoreEveryone is called to become a leader in their circle of influence, work, church, and families. Leaders often carry a persona, showing strength and stamina to guide their flock. In a society that strives for greatness, they are particularly at risk of experiencing exhaustion, relational issues, and mental health issues.
Read MoreCowardly, inconsiderate, or even sinful: these are some of the words people often use to describe the act of suicide. These attributes largely contribute to the stigmatization of people at risk, preventing them from getting the mental health care they need.
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 MoreBeing a teenager is tough. Not only do teens compare themselves to their classmates, but they also have the entire online world telling them how they should look and act. When teens struggle to make friends or find themselves in unfamiliar social situations, it can be difficult for them to build confidence.
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 MoreBeing a mother is demanding, and often moms are also hard on themselves. It's not uncommon for mothers to develop guilt and wonder whether they are doing enough or where they have gone wrong raising their children.
Read MoreStress is one of the biggest challenges to many people's mental and physical well-being. During the pandemic, people have been facing increased stressors. We want to give you some tips for relieving stress in a very stress-fueled world.
Read MoreAs parents, we want nothing more than to see our kids flourish. For children with disabilities, that may require making lifestyle changes and building strategies that enable them to live life to the fullest. In this article, we share some helpful tips on caring for children with disabilities.
Read MoreToday, 1 in 44 children is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (2021). With these growing numbers, the need to understand what autism is and learn about the resources available for support is more relevant than ever.
Read MoreSelf-Regulation allows us to monitor difficult thoughts and emotions calmly to respond in a way that is appropriate to ourselves, others, and our environment. Self control, the behavioral management part of self-regulation, not only helps our social interactions, but it is considered a fruit of the spirit from God (Galatians 5:22-23).
Read MoreEveryone processes grief differently. Sometimes we deal with our grief in unhealthy ways, and other times we look to God, friends, family, or things we love for comfort. Music has therapeutic benefits to help during the grieving process.
Read MoreThe birds are singing, the sun is rising, and you’re rushing out the door to drive to work. While you might be checking to make sure you have your phone, you rarely think about how you’ve missed watching the sun rise.
Read MoreCue the band and get the fireworks ready, because you’ve finally made it to the end of 2021! Congratulations!
A lot has happened this year, and many of us are looking forward to 2022 with the hope that it will turn out much better than this past period.
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