Unfortunately, incidents of sexual assault are far from rare. According to RAINN, sexual assault takes place in the U.S. every 68 seconds. For victims, the physical effects of that attack are already difficult enough to deal with. Unfortunately, their case of anxiety may also be severely impacted by the incident. Learn more about the impacts that assault can have on anxiety and how therapy for trauma can help by continuing below. You May Develop New Anxiety Triggers The memories of an assault can stay with a victim for a long time. The incident may also play on a loop inside their head whether ..read more

Anxiety is one of the most prevalent mental performance issues. Too much anxiety can be detrimental and overwhelming. Being aware of the common types of anxiety disorders can help you identify if you or a loved one needs support. Here are some of the most common anxiety conditions to keep in mind. 1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder Many people struggle with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) where they have excessive worries about everyday things. Unlike brief worry that comes and goes, GAD involves near-constant anxiety that leaves you restless, irritable, and stressed out for a prolonged period ..read more

We all experience traumatic events to some degree in our lives. While many people recover, some develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, PTSD affects just over 3.5% of the population in the United States or about 7.7 million adults. Here are some of the events that can cause the development of PTSD. 1. Childhood Trauma Sets the Stage Childhood abuse, neglect, loss of a parent, and other distressing events prime some people for PTSD later in life. If you experienced chronic trauma growing up, you may have a sensitive nervou ..read more

Traumatic experiences can be life-changing events. An individual who has endured trauma may become unrecognizable. More specifically, their behavior may change significantly. Therapy for trauma can go a long toward helping people recover from those unfortunate events, but healing cannot begin unless the issue is recognized first. Learn how trauma can affect the brain so you can determine if it could be the cause of your loved one’s changing behavior. What Are the Changes Caused by Trauma? Most people may not realize the degree to which trauma changes the brain. It can affect many aspects of ho ..read more

You may feel like your traumatic experiences have defined your life. The flashbacks, anxiety, depression, and other struggles are all you’ve known for so long. Taking the first step towards trauma healing therapy can be incredibly difficult and even scary. However, the only way forward on the path of healing is to start walking. A competent, compassionate therapist can help guide you when you’re ready to start. Here’s what life can look like after effective trauma healing therapy. Joy and Confidence Gradually Return When you’re in the thick of working through trauma, it can be hard to imagine ..read more

Many types of mental health conditions have overlapping symptoms which can make it difficult for people to understand what they’re really dealing with. Social anxiety and agoraphobia are two types of disorders that are often confused with one another. Although there are similarities between the two, in order to get the proper treatment it’s important to understand the differences. Let’s look more closely at these mental health challenges. Agoraphobia Agoraphobia is often defined as a mental health disorder manifested in anxiety or avoidance of open spaces, enclosed spaces, crowds, waiting in l ..read more

Sexual assault (SA) in the U.S. is hitting alarmingly high rates. According to RAINN, every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Following SA, it can be difficult for victims to pick back up and carry on with their lives. Trauma therapy can be an integral part of the healing process following SA. Let’s look at some of its benefits. Learn Coping Skills Following any type of traumatic event, a person will often feel stuck. The traumatic event brings their life to a standstill. Moving past trauma doesn’t mean “getting over it;” rather, it means learning how to continue living as the per ..read more

Trauma and oppressing your authentic self tend to go hand in hand, although most people don’t realize it. That’s why learning about yourself and working towards becoming your authentic self is a valuable tool throughout the healing process. There are several ways this is crucial to trauma healing therapy. Staying Hidden Many people suffer from disorders like PTSD. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, over 8 million Americans older than 18 have PTSD. It’s common for survivors to want to stay hidden, especially if they think the incident was their fault. This may be ..read more

Electroencephalogram (EEG) tests have long been used to detect damage to the brain after car accidents, personal injuries, and more. Did you know that these tests are also useful for evaluating and addressing psychological issues, such as trauma, depression, and anxiety? This can pave the way for trauma therapy. Let’s explore why EEG tests are so widely used in the mental health field. Understanding EEG Tests An EEG test measures electrical impulses, or brainwaves, within the brain. Via these electrical impulses, neurons can communicate with one another. Often, issues with the brain can be unc ..read more

The concept of neurofeedback trauma therapy has transformed medical treatments around the world and provides a broad array of different benefits. However, it’s a good idea to take a look back at its history and developments to see how it’s gotten to where it is today. Doing so can help you better understand this concept and whether it’s right for you. Early Development According to therapy research specialists, neurofeedback was developed in the late 1950s by Dr. Joe Kamiya of the University of Chicago and UCLA’s Dr. Berry Sterman. They were studying consciousness and found that a simple rewar ..read more