Working is a part of almost everyone’s day. People work in lots of different things such as retail, an office job, waitressing, construction, etc. Obviously, some jobs can be a lot more stressful than others. A job that contains a lot of responsibility, for example being a doctor, superintendent, or nurse, can take up a … Read more
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When many people think of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, usually they associate it with being organized, cleanliness, and symmetry. But OCD is so much more than that. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder also known as OCD, is a disorder when someone has recurring and uncontrollable thoughts (these are called obsessions) and behaviors (these are called compulsions). People with … Read more
Back to school season can be both exciting and nerve-wrecking for many students. From choosing the correct classes, professors, supplies, and paying for school, it can pile up and cause a mountain of stress and anxiety. Students of all ages but especially those at the university level can struggle to maintain a healthy balance between … Read more
Art therapy is something that many people can benefit from. This type of therapy helps you express your emotions, thoughts, and feelings using non-verbal artistic techniques. This therapy can especially help children with autism. Of course, not all children with autism are the same as every child has unique needs and abilities and they need … Read more
From the ridiculous claims of Sigmund Freud to modern-day dream (understanding/ explanation), dreams have long been a mystery to many. Some individuals tend to possess scarier dreams. Others have dreams that merely do not be. Still, others have clear dreams that they will manage everyone is (like nothing else within the world), however is there … Read more
During his adult years, Albert Einstein remembered a pivotal event that sparked his interest in science. A magnetic pocket compass was handed to him by his father when he was four or five years old and bedridden with a childhood illness. Twisting the compass for hours, he wondered how the needle always pointed north. Playing … Read more
Children’s nervous systems, immune systems, and even DNA are altered as a result of extended stress responses. Children with toxic stress can develop symptoms very similar to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of an increase in their fear centers in the brain (limbic system and amygdala). There is evidence that toxic stress decreases … Read more
Throughout childhood, children can experience a variety of stressors. It is important to remember that not all stress is negative. Stress typically falls into three categories: positive stress tolerable stress toxic stress Positive stress: This is a common, routine life event that causes a temporary increase in stress levels that is quickly recovered from. Children … Read more
Short answer: YES. Art therapy is the practice of using artistic methods to treat psychological disorders and improve mental health. The idea behind art therapy is that creative expression can foster healing and mental well-being. For thousands of years, people have relied on the arts for communication, self-expression, and healing. Art therapy was not a … Read more
Dance movement therapy is a psychotherapeutic technique that may improve wellness. This intervention is advocated on the basis that the body and mind are interconnected, meaning that anything that affects the body will also affect the mind. Studies suggest that this therapy may offer several benefits, including reducing depression, improving gait in Parkinson’s disease, and … Read more