ptsd

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; The storm after the storm.

Last Night I Went To See Take That And Olly Murs: A Mental Health Account, Part Two.. Content Warning.
This is my second part about my night seeing Take That and Olly Murs. In this article I want to talk about the pyrotechnics which involves the use of fire, or fireworks.
By Carol Ann Townend2 years ago in Psyche
Bent Progress
If you've ever dealt with any form of trauma, there is one mantra that therapists looove: "Healing isn't linear" Ugh. If you've been to therapy, you probably resent the saying as much as I do (even if you know it's true).
By Ashley Tripp2 years ago in Psyche
The six pillars of self-esteem
The six pillars of self-esteem- Why it is not centred on how you feel but pivots essentially around what you think you are capable of
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Psyche
Breaking the Silence: My Healing Process. Content Warning.
I had a teacher who taught me how to be passionate and how to stick out because I wasn’t very confident. Now he should be on a list of adults children should not trust. I don’t know why I thought I knew him that well. I believed in all of his lies because I thought that he would never do what he did. He used to tell me that “ I would understand when I’m older. I wonder if it ever crossed his mind that if I was young enough to talk down too maybe I was too young to be sleeping with him. It was a very confusing time in my life. I felt all alone and he was there.
By Nat 2 years ago in Psyche
When Everything happens all at Once. Content Warning.
Has anyone ever felt overwhelmed when to many things happen all at once? Like it's so much to take in. We don't know what to say or do. Like everyone is moving quickly and we are lingering slowly. Sometimes I wish the world would slow down. For things not to happen all at once so I can catch up.
By Emily Radford(Rising Phoenix)2 years ago in Psyche
A Guide to Quieting and Acknowledging Your Inner Critic
As someone with ADHD, I've faced significant challenges stemming from my inner critic, a common struggle not limited to ADHD alone but prevalent among individuals with various mental health conditions. This internal battle has often hindered me from seeking support and acknowledging my progress, setbacks, and wins, big and small, for a lot of my mental health journey.
By SP 2 years ago in Psyche
Rare Glimpse Into a Survivor’s Diary Shortly After Escape. Content Warning.
The following journal entry was written during a time that may resonate with anyone who’s escaped from an abusive or toxic situation.
By Test2 years ago in Psyche
What strength is...
I haven't been writing lately ... or editing... or really anything to do with my business because my plate has been very full with much more important matters: decisions and issues relating to my children.
By The Schizophrenic Mom2 years ago in Psyche
Are You Afraid of the Podcast?. Content Warning.
I have my first podcast interview today. What is my life? That feels so absurd to type. Seeing as discussing my abuse publicly is completely at odds with my every survival instinct; I assumed I’d be a nervous wreck this morning.
By Test2 years ago in Psyche
The Beast in Me
Picture a recent instance when stress had you in its grip. Maybe it was a looming presentation at work, a heated argument with a loved one, or another unexpected setback. In that moment, your body sensed danger and began to react before you were even conscious of it.
By Test2 years ago in Psyche
Mental Millennial - Part 1
Part 1 I sat down and a mental brick wall descended right in front of my double display monitors on my desk. I'd just had another excruciating setback I just couldn't override with mental gymnastics.
By Tim Boxer2 years ago in Psyche
More Tales of Gender Discrimination from a Former Cop
Never fear, bigots: sexism is alive and well in the criminal justice system! As a former law enforcement officer of 5 years, I encountered countless examples of this deeply-rooted institutional misogyny.
By Test2 years ago in Psyche