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10 Hidden Signs Of PTSD
The importance of being considerate of yourself. Some people live with PTSD for years without getting the right treatment or even a proper diagnosis. It is extremely important to understand what it is and be able to diagnose the problem. Otherwise, you can face nightmares, difficult memories, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, fear for your safety, and other problems that will seriously worsen your quality of life. Sometimes symptoms do not appear until months or even years later, making it difficult to determine the cause.
By Michail Bukin4 years ago in Psyche
Why I Almost Took My Life This Year - Toke Makinwa
Nigerian socialite, Youtuber, radio personality, host and influencer, Toke Makinwa is one of the most talked about Nigerian celebrities. Toke is renowned for her confidence and her affluence. Which is why it is surprising to find out during her appearance on Tayemesan's Tea With Tay podcast that earlier this year, Toke Makinwa almost took her own life. It is a very serious and heavy topic but Toke walks us through what was going through her mind and gives us insight as to what she believes was causing it as well as tips that can help us in our personal journeys.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Psyche
The Becoming
Her soul was colored with crimson, emerald, cobalt, and rich purple gemstones. Her heartbeat moved with hard base lines and deep, resonate drums. She dreamt in the kaleidoscope of a magical world, where ancient ruins fueled her spirit. Her eyes shined the ocean tides as the divine flooded her very cells, as a tap always running. She watched the world pass by, sitting on the edge of a fishbowl, dipping her toes in the water, and sometimes going in for a swim. Yet, she chose not to drown in the chaos she saw before her, but her heart still bled when she paid to close attention and her heart bled a lot.
By Dawn Celeste McGregor 4 years ago in Psyche
Battle Scars
“They’re not,” disbelieves Sadie, her small hands partly submerged in the warm, soapy water. “They are, I swear. These are battle scars.” I run my left finger down and up my opposite forearm, fingertips trembling as they skim over its rows of ridges. Anxiously, my cheeks flush hot and my palms bead with sweat. “When I was younger, about how old your brother is, I—” pause for dramatic effect—“was kidnapped.” I lean down towards her and make a show of looking shocked. “Kidnapped—” pause— “by these goblin-slash-faerie creatures from another world,” I whisper, dishcloth slack in my grasp as I turn off the faucet. “I was in bed, in my bedroom. It was the dead of night and they came for me. They pinned me down and put a sack over my head and tied me up just like the Christmas goose.”
By Tessa Markham4 years ago in Psyche
Are You Okay?. Top Story - December 2021.
We would never say that, would we? I mean, no one has ever said it to me. Maybe as depressed people, we keep our persona up of being okay when we are around others. We try to mask the void we feel in our hearts and minds. We try to get dressed and show up, we try to smile meekly even though we feel dead inside.
By Melissa Steussy4 years ago in Psyche
I Got Beat Up in Our Dog Park
Ever wonder why I talk about brain injury and PTSD so much? I’ve sustained at least four concussions, plus meningitis, and two of those brain injuries were partnered with PTSD. The first, in 1985, and the biggie, in 2011, resulted in PTSD and PCS (post-concussion syndrome).
By Catherine Kenwell4 years ago in Psyche
An Overview of the Mental Health-Sleep Disorder Connection
Any changes in your sleep habits or patterns might have a severe impact on your health if you are suffering from mental health concerns. Sleep issues affect 50 to 80 percent of people undergoing mental health therapy.
By Dr.Mary divas4 years ago in Psyche
Journaling Amounts to Letting Go
When you start journaling your life, you begin to find all of these amazing benefits. It is wonderful for your mental, physical, and emotional health. These benefits might take a little while to become apparent, so be patient! And don’t force yourself to feel or experience something you think you should be experiencing. Just let it go naturally.
By Estalontech4 years ago in Psyche
