Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that results from your body’s reaction to a traumatic event. Many people experience traumatic events that result in symptoms such as nightmares, flashbacks, and intense anxiety. These will usually subside in less than one month. But if symptoms persist for longer…
Our experiences throughout life can affect our mental health in the present day. Our experiences while growing up often shape how we choose to respond to situations and treat ourselves. Childhood abuse may include (but is not limited to) physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, and household issues (substance abuse, witnessing…