For a teen loss can impact profoundly different than is the case for adults. Developmental stage and perspective can really rock one's world in formative years. Take a moment to ask yourself, "Have I ever experienced a loss like my teen is facing now? How will it be different for my teen? What will be my teens experience of it?"* Whether you are … [Read more...]
Public Health Concern -Suicide
Is teen suicide going up? In 2011 a reported 4822 preventable deaths occurred by youth between the ages of 15 -24. Many ask why and reasonably so, human nature began answers? These are are the future, the hope of many and when one is lost, it is earth-shattering to everyone and even those that did not know the precious child personally. … [Read more...]
Do Roller Coasters and Post Traumatic Stress Have Similarities?
National Roller Coaster Day brought to mind a few facts about the engineering wonders that attract so many and post traumatic stress. Have you gotten into the seat of one of these engineering wonders with jitters, apprehension or doubt about the journey about to be embarked? I know I have! Post traumatic stress has many ups and downs that leave … [Read more...]
Mental Wellness in a “Crazy” World
3 Keys To Mental Wellness In A “Crazy” World How recent is the last crisis you faced? Maybe it was personal crisis like the loss of a job or discovered infidelity, or maybe a friend who lost a loved one or a news headline that rocked your world. Whatever the crisis, I’m here to tell you that it’s natural to experience a desire to help others. … [Read more...]
How Do We Cope After Tragedy?
During a traumatic event, your body taps into its survival instincts, and each of the five senses kicks into a hyper mode of intake. There is nothing you can do about how an event unfolds, and that loss of control is the worst part of trauma. Good news, though; control can be regained by allowing yourself to create a “new normal.” It is a difficult … [Read more...]
