Breaking the Silence: The Stigma of Mental Illness in Survivors
My Journey with Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD: Unraveling the Confusion For a long time, I’ve kept quiet about my struggles with anxiety, depression, and PTSD.…
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Empowering Women to Overcome Fear and Rebuild Confidence: Trauma Recovery and Self-Defense
For many women who have experienced trauma, the path to recovery can feel long and overwhelming. Whether the trauma is from assault, violence, or other…
Shame and Guilt: Understanding, Coping, and Healing
Shame vs. Guilt: Understanding, Coping, and Healing Shame and guilt are two emotions that often get tangled together, especially after trauma. But they are not…
Understanding Trauma: How Assault Affects Mental Health
Experiencing an assault is a deeply traumatic event that can have profound and lasting effects on a person’s mental health. Understanding the impact of such…
Supporting a Friend Who Has Experienced Violence: What to Do and Say
Experiencing violence can leave deep emotional and physical scars, and supporting a friend through such a challenging time requires sensitivity, empathy, and understanding. Here are…