Treating PTSD for Family Members
Studies estimate that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, presently affects millions of Americans. Nearly 70% of the adult population in the United States has experienced some form of trauma Read More
The Basics of PTSD
Most people are familiar with the acronym PTSD, but many still do not understand what it describes. PTSD stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. This condition affects people who have experienced Read More
How to Make Home Feel Safer for Vets With PTSD
Coming home can be terrifying and difficult for veterans with PTSD. Families face a great challenge in helping their veteran adjust to normal life and mange this disorder. With anger Read More
How PTSD Can Affect Your Marriage (And How To Get Help)
If you are in a relationship with a military veteran, you may notice significant emotional changes when he or she returns home from duty. An adjustment period is to be Read More
Helping Vets With PTSD Maintain Relationships With Their Children
Facing the Challenges of PTSDA veteran mom or dad who returns home with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) also returns home with new relationship challenges for his or her children. A Read More
Sibling Rivalry Got You Down? Try These 4 Tips!
Siblings fight because they’re competing for their parents’ resources and attention.Siblings fighting once and a while is normal. However, constant squabbling isn’t—not to mention that it can drive you crazy. Read More
What Is Parent-Child Interaction Therapy—And How Can It Help?
Parents often struggle to understand their children at different stages of development and face even more difficulty relating to them in ways that effectively encourage understanding.Parent-Child Interaction Therapy can help Read More
4 Signs Your Teen Is Depressed
Thousands (perhaps millions) of teens combat depression every day, but the signs can be difficult to read.Teens can be good at masking their emotions, so parents and guardians don’t know Read More
Teen Angst or Warning Sign? How to Tell if Your Child Needs Counseling
Acknowledging That Your Teenager Needs Help Can Be Tough.In many cases, we blame ourselves for any issues with our children, and that’s especially true in this case. However, seeking help Read More
Navigating Through Those Difficult Teen Years
The teenage years are difficult for kids and parents. But how do you know if you’re dealing with normal teen difficulty or open rebellion? Does your teen need more attention from Read More
Family Counseling Can Uncover Teens’ Hidden Problems
Teenagers deal with countless problems every day. Unfortunately, parents often don’t notice these because they’re only aware of some behaviors that point to issues. Sadness, anger, and sudden rebellion are certainly Read More