In recent years, more Americans will seek mental health information from the Internet or attend a self-help group than will consult all mental health professionals combined. Self-help is, frankly, big business. According to recent market research, Americans spend an estimated $10 billion a year on self-improvement products! While it is big business, it's not always … Continue reading How to choose good self-help resources
Category: PTSD
How to be in a relationship with someone who has PTSD
Maybe you don't have PTSD, but someone you love does. A spouse, significant other, parent, child, other relative. They may not seem like the person you knew before. You love them but aren't sure how to support them. What do you do? Here are some tips. Gain some knowledge! The first thing to do is … Continue reading How to be in a relationship with someone who has PTSD
Do’s and Don’ts for a good night’s sleep
Sleep. So many of us take a good night's sleep for granted, until we hit a time in our lives when it seems like some elusive unicorn we start chasing and can't quite catch. Insomnia can be very difficult for anyone who has it. Let me share some information that can be helpful for those … Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts for a good night’s sleep
Getting relief from PTSD-related nightmares
Here's a technique for dealing with nightmares called imagery rehearsal
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