No matter the reason, abuse is never okay.
In the United States alone, around 20 people per minute are abused by an intimate partner. These types of relationships often lead to vicious cycles that can be difficult to break free from.
While there is no excuse or justification for abusive behavior, there are reasons why it occurs. To gain a better understanding, it helps to examine the typical characteristics of an abuser as well as the thought processes that lead to abuse.
Often when we feel bad about ourselves, we act out in ways that are destructive to ourselves and the people we love. How can we learn to accept ourselves the way we are, and move through life with peace?
Finding one’s self-value is a challenging but critical step towards finding a healthier, happier way of existence.
Here are a few ways you can start to realize your own self-worth, and start getting your life back on track. Continue reading “Believe in Yourself: Finding Your Own Self-Value”
Have you gotten a DUI recently? Are you worried about one in the future for yourself or a loved one?
It doesn’t hurt to be prepared ahead of time when dealing with such a serious matter.
When you get a DUI you will probably be subjected to a substance abuse evaluation. It might seem like a scary term, but what does it mean? What happens during a DUI substance abuse evaluation anyway?
It’s best to avoid getting a DUI at all, but it’s also good to be prepared and do your research. We’re going to talk you through it so that you can know ahead of time what to expect. Continue reading “How a Substance Abuse Evaluation for DUI Works”
Suicide is a tragic consequence of many mental health issues.
It leaves family, friends, and communities in shock and pain. It is estimated that about one million people worldwide dies by suicide each year. It is currently the tenth leading cause of death in the United States.
The causes and circumstances of suicide vary from person to person, but if you can recognize what suicidal behavior looks like, you might be able to save those you care about before it is too late. Continue reading “Recognizing Suicidal Behavior: The Warning Signs to Look For”
Are you and your partner fighting more than usual? Is your child exhibiting unusual behaviors? It might be time to consider family therapy.
Therapy is a constructive way to examine families that may have gotten off track. The process of talking things out with an objective professional can alleviate stresses, address troublesome issues, and provide actionable tactics to make things better.
You can benefit from family therapy if you and your loved ones are experiencing any of the following situations. Continue reading “How to Know if You Need Family Therapy”
Anxiety disorders can be some of the most isolating experiences for a person, but you’re far from alone. Anxiety disorders affect 18.1% of the U.S. population every year.
They come in many different forms with many different symptoms, but although each can feel debilitating, they needn’t be this way forever.
Coming forward can be difficult, since these disorders are often stigmatized, but you should never feel like you can’t ask for help. Anxiety disorders are treatable, and it’s important to know that your life can improve.
A professional will be able to help you understand which anxiety disorder you’re suffering from, but these are the most common.
Continue reading “Types of Anxiety Disorders and What to Do About Them”
Almost 8% of the population will have PTSD at some point in their lives.
While it’s common for people who have served in the military to experience PTSD, it can also be experienced by a person who goes through any number of traumas.
PTSD can put a strain on even the strongest relationships if you don’t know how to treat it properly.
It’s important you learn the best way to deal with PTSD and marriage early in the relationship so you can have a meaningful union.
Continue reading “PTSD and Marriage: Living with Someone Who Has PTSD”
There are a lot of things from past relationships that we can self-determine as baggage. There are things we know we’ll need to work on or learn about, and then there are things we might not fully be aware of or understand. Those things usually pop up without us knowing.
Domestic violence is somehow both of those things: known and unknown. Defined and undefined. We know it’ll still hurt in the future, but we really have no idea how or to what extent.
It might seem like we’ll never love again. We might feel as though we don’t deserve it, or we feel that we have no clue how to do it again. How do we start again, all over, after already being hurt so much?
We’re here to tell you that loving again after domestic violence is possible and within reach. Here’s how to learn to love again.
Continue reading “Learning to Love Again After Domestic Violence”
When people divorce, up to 50% of the divorcees end up regretting it. Can couples avoid regrets by addressing issues before da ivorce becomes inevitable?
Concerned spouses might ask, “Why do people divorce? How can I keep my marriage healthy?” Let’s learn more about the causes of divorce and possible solutions.
Continue reading “Why Do People Divorce and Can Counseling Help?”
Eating disorders are common in the United States affecting around 30 million people.
These conditions are serious, and can lead to severe life-long problems, and even death.
Do you worry that your child may have an eating disorder? If you are curious about eating disorders in children, here is a guide for you to learn more.
Continue reading “How to Recognize if Your Child Has an Eating Disorder”