When someone close to us experiences a trauma, and we develop similar symptoms, it can be referred to as “Secondary PTSD.” It is being researched heavily in the military field, as professionals are finding family members reacting with similar thoughts, feelings and behaviors when their loved one experiences PTSD. Symptoms

Research suggests that while Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) remains the gold standard for treating trauma, it may not address idiosyncrasies of the disorder, particularly in individuals who have experienced interpersonal trauma (Nolan, 2016). A new type of yoga called Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TSY) is designed to help address re-experiencing symptoms through

Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder that affects the brain, and causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. People with Bipolar Disorder may experience moods ranging from feeling very elevated and energetic, which may be termed as “mania” or “hypomania”, as well as moods that cause depressive

Identifying as transgender is not a mental disorder. However, according to minority stress theory, transgender individuals may be at a higher risk for experiencing negative impacts on their physical and mental health as a result of stigma, prejudice, and discrimination. Although transgender individuals were banned from serving in the military

Although not a clinical diagnosis, Internet Gaming Disorder is identified to be a potentially uncontrolled pattern of behaviors related to browsing the internet or online gaming systems. Activities that can be engaged in excessively online that may lead to these symptoms include: excessing online gaming, online gambling, and the use

The use of social networking sites, such as Facebook and Twitter, are extremely popular for individuals of all ages. While social networking can be associated with positive outcomes like friendships and peer networks, it can also result in negative outcomes including mental health issues and dissatisfaction in numerous areas. These

Binge eating disorder is an eating disorder, like anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, where individuals struggle with concerns and preoccupation around food. Often binge eating disorder and obesity are discussed together, however, only about 50-75% of those with the condition experience being overweight or obese. This condition is characterized by

Self-harm is a problem that affects many people, and can be a difficult issue to treat clinically. Standardized treatments don’t always do the best job of managing this dangerous behavior. Mindfulness has been proposed to help mitigate some of the factors that lead to self-injury. In a study by Caltabiano

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder may be limited to habitual or restrictive eating patterns. As a result, children may be consuming insufficient amounts of nutrients or an excess amount. This makes it difficult and stressful for families to provide the appropriate types and amounts of nutrients necessary to maintain healthy

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is one of the most common neurological conditions affecting the aging global population (Rosinczuk & Koltuniuk, 2017). A drastic loss of the neurotransmitter dopamine neurons in the brain leads to functional mobility dysfunction. The motor difficulties tied to PD create problems with activities of daily living. Symptoms