PTSD in Children

PTSD in Children Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is something most people easily attribute to war veterans or victims of accidents and disasters.  PTSD is shockingly prevalent for many people, including children and teenagers.  Presentations of anxiety, depression, trust issues, violent outbursts, phobias, avoidance, chronic “daydreaming” [dissociation], or poor concentration are some of the symptoms of […]

Healthy Recovery Alternatives

Healthy Recovery Alternatives Because Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and other 12-step groups are so well known, they have come to be known as the golden standard in recovery treatment.  But the truth is: AA is not a fit for everyone.  For those that feel more like the black sheep rather than a member of the AA […]

THE LAMPS ARE DIFFERENT BUT THE LIGHT’S THE SAME

THE LAMPS ARE DIFFERENT BUT THE LIGHT’S THE SAME  ~Rumi I am a lover of travel and culture.  I have come to appreciate that I can learn something new from every person I meet (sometimes whether I want to or not).  I also am a firm believer that we really are more alike than we […]

“Measuring Up”

“Measuring Up” “Measuring Up” is a terrible title for a blog.  My guess is that it may have provoked feelings of unworthiness, of NOT measuring up.  I feel that when I read it aloud.  Creating goals and striving for better ways is generally good for us.  What can be a slippery slope, is when our […]