Genetic or Environmental: Where Do Anxiety Disorders Come From?
It can feel paradoxical to talk about the causes of psychological disorders. On one hand, we’ve come so far and have a vast supply of resources. That said, there is still so much to learn when it comes to pinpointing how and why anxiety disorders arise and take hold…
Complex Trauma: What it is and How it Affects People
Generally speaking, conversations about trauma revolve around a specific, terrible event. Complex Trauma, however, is similar but arises when a person endures ongoing, relentless traumatic experiences…
Social Anxiety: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
Think back on a time when you felt nervous or shy. It might have been your first day at a new school or job. Perhaps, a first date or having to give a presentation of some kind came to mind. In situations like this, feeling some apprehension is normal and inevitable. You might get butterflies in your stomach or find that your hands are shaking a little. None of this is fun, but none of it is alarming, either.
What would be alarming is if such fear and anxiousness became chronic and disrupted your daily life. This could mean you are struggling with Social Anxiety Disorder…
What is IFS Therapy for Trauma?
Everyone has a personality. However, if you allow yourself the freedom to think more openly, you will see that you’re made up of many sub-personalities. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of psychotherapy that takes this into account…
5 Symptoms of Depression in Men
For starters, due to cultural conditioning, men seem to be far less willing to report feeling depression symptoms. In addition…
What is Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy & Is it Right for You?
Psychotherapy never stops evolving. As time passes, more and more treatment options are available to people in need…
5 Signs of High-Functioning Depression
You might imagine that depression is easily recognizable—in others and in yourself. In many cases, you would be correct. However, a condition called Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD) is also a reality…
When Depression & Cultural Expectations Collide
On the surface, it may appear simple. Depression is a disorder that can impact any individual—regardless of race, ethnicity, class, age, sex, or sexual preference. Technically, this is true. However, cultural expectations can very much influence the entire experience…
Are Anxiety Disorders Genetic?
Assigning a specific cause for any mental health disorder is a tricky proposition. So, when pondering the genetic influences that can result in an anxiety disorder, it is always best to proceed with caution…
How Trauma-Informed Therapy Can Work For You
Trauma has always been part of the human experience, unfortunately. It hasn’t always looked the same..