Shared Links (weekly) Sept. 1, 2024
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As I’ve been writing recently, when childhood trauma goes untreated, or not prevented in the first place, it can often lead to problems with addiction in adulthood, as well as many other things. (Not in everyone, but it is a significant factor statistically) Now we see that not doing anything about that childhood trauma, is…
I’ve seen this, and it’s a real struggle. Over the last few years, I can trace every instance of the flu to an overseas trip. I can also track my mood similarly. I know when I’ve been traveling too much when everyone at the airport makes me angry. I know enough to take the cue…
Helping Someone With Suicidal Thoughts: Reach Out to a Friend Today World Mental Health Day 2019: Letter to a Suicidal Person How to Deal with an Anxiety Attack What to Do When You Say the Wrong Thing to Someone with Mental Illness How We Interfere with Our Own Mental Health Care “Your child has disclosed…
Sharing as a reminder to many of us who are moved to donate money to various causes based on social media posts. Not all charities are actually legitimate. While sometimes even legitimate seeming charities commit fraud, you can lower your risk of being taken with a little research into what the charity is, what they…
“Symptoms of Emotional Neglect Symptoms of childhood emotional neglect that show up in adults may include (but are not limited to): “Numbing out” or being cut off from one’s feelings Feeling like there’s something missing, but not being sure what it is Feeling hollow inside Being easily overwhelmed or discouraged Low self-esteem Perfectionism Pronounced sensitivity…