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As autumn fades and winter begins to set in, many of us notice a shift- not just in the weather but in our mood and energy levels. The shorter days and colder nights can sometimes lead to feelings of sadness, fatigue, or even Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). However, there are ways to navigate this transition with care and intention.
Journaling is more than just writing down your thoughts; it’s a transformative practice that helps you connect with yourself on a deeper level. It offers a space to unload your worries, express your emotions, and organize your thoughts in a way that brings clarity and calm. Whether you’re navigating stress, seeking inspiration, or trying to make sense of life’s challenges, journaling can act as a great guide! By writing your thoughts down consistently, you can create an outlet for your feelings that might otherwise overwhelm you.
We used a tool that allowed us to see the most the most commonly searched questions on the internet related to mental health treatment and older adults.
We hope to work on answering these questions and addressing the context for some their common themes on an ongoing basis here through our blog --- we hope this helps increase the amount of accessible information and tools available for the EBWS community.
How can we help the mental health of the elderly?
"Language processing" refers to how the brain 1. interprets linguistic information (understanding what others say), and 2. communicates with words (remembering words and talking). This process is what allows humans to make sense of relationships and share reality with each other. The ability to communicate and share emotions is what originated the idea of human beings living in collectives and advancing in the first place.
As we know it today, there is no clinical difference between the symptomatology, presentation, and severity of postpartum depression when compared to the image of classical depression, however, the theological distinction in research and treatment is critical in providing appropriate care and advancing our knowledge about the condition. This important separation of the disorders encourages clinicians and researchers to address significant biological, cognitive, social, and cultural nuances that influence the experience of the disorder.
A maladaptive addiction of any kind is often referred to as a "family disease" because addictions are created by, operate using, and are reinforced by factors beyond the individual. Behavioral disorders are both influenced by and deeply impacted by family dynamics and environmental relationships. For example, when a person is struggling with addiction, family members experience emotional trauma, and stress in response.
You might hear of a therapist assigning a client an exercise, or task, in which they have a conversation between conflicting parts of themselves. It is normal to feel like we engage in inner-conflict on a daily basis, where different parts of ourselves want or need different things. The part of you that needs comfort and soothing may crave a quick fix through “compulsive behaviors,” whereas another part of you that has goals for a more balanced and peaceful lifestyle wants you to work through those cravings without acting on them.
"The concept of the Child Within has been a part of our world culture for at least two thousand years," (Whitfield, 1987). Charles Whitfield, M.D., authored "Healing the Child Within: Discovery and Recovery for Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families. While formalized as a soft science through the world of psychotherapy, with figures such as Carl Jung, Emmet Fox, and Alice Miller, the concept of an "inner child" is quite spiritual, personal, and ancient.
According to the experts at EXIS, dealing with social anxiety can be really tough. Just thinking about certain social situations might make you feel nervous, worried, or even scared. These feelings can really affect your life, but the good news is that you don’t have to let social anxiety control you. There are ways to manage it and feel better.
At EXIS Recovery Inc. in West Los Angeles, they understand how challenging social anxiety can be. Here are four friendly tips to help you manage it:
Children need to feel secure and understand their place in the world. If a child feels too powerful or is not taught to control their impulses, they may develop an unrealistic sense of entitlement. For instance, if a child isn't stopped from hitting a sibling, they may grow up thinking they can control others to meet their needs. This can lead to manipulative and coercive behaviors in adulthood.
Practical Tips for Parents