Monthly Archives: April 2016

Recovering Emotionally after a disaster

Posted on April 17, 2016 by JmaC

Disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, transportation accidents or wildfires are typically unexpected, sudden and overwhelming. For many people, there are no outwardly visible signs of physical injury, but there can be nonetheless an emotional toll. It is common for people … Continue reading →

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Confidence self affirmations

Posted on April 17, 2016 by JmaC

Present Tense Affirmations I am confident I am strong and powerful I boldly go after what I want in life I am outgoing and confident in social situations I believe in myself I always stand up for myself and my … Continue reading →

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Positive self talk aiffirmations

Posted on April 17, 2016 by JmaC

Present Tense Affirmations I encourage myself I am fully confident in myself I see only the good things in myself I destroy negative self talk I am immune to negative thinking I utilize positive self talk to my advantage I … Continue reading →

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Anxiety and sadness may increase on Anniversary of Traumatic event

Posted on April 17, 2016 by JmaC

Anniversary dates of traumatic events can reactivate thoughts and feelings from the actual event, and survivors may experience peaks of anxiety and depression, according to psychologist Susan Silk, PhD, of APA’s Disaster Response Network. Around the anniversary of a traumatic event, … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Disorder

Posted on April 14, 2016 by JmaC

Definition Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. There are four basic types of bipolar disorder; all of them … Continue reading →

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