EMDR stands for eye movement desensitization reprocessing and is a type of psychotherapy used to treat psychological trauma. The aim of EMDR work seeks to
In the field of mental health, there are plenty of terms used to describe a reaction or sensation to something, mainly when a traumatic or
The COVID-19 pandemic, which has seen entire countries locked down, many millions infected, hospitalised, and over a million sadly dying, has inevitably led to a
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is complex. Primarily, the onset of this disorder is caused by negative past experiences, trauma and even genetics. In places like
The inextricable link between addiction and trauma is well known. Movements such as Alcoholics Anonymous (and other ‘anonymous’ fellowships) have undoubtedly made significant contributions to
Have you ever had what you describe as an out-of-body experience where you could not feel anything going on around you? You may have felt
By Renee W. One of the key things we learn in recovery is acceptance. We learn to accept what we cannot change, to change what
As we explored in Attachment Theory Part One, the attachments formed in childhood may affect a person physically, mentally, and emotionally throughout a lifetime. If
Simply put, childhood trauma is a risk factor for almost any health issue that may develop years down the road. From depression and anxiety to