PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that occurs in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. The origins of recognizing PTSD emerged following World War 1 when veterans were diagnosed with "shell shock" or "combat fatigue" from their experiences fighting in the war.

Suppose you are writing a resume for the first time or trying to change careers. You may have that dreadful feeling of not knowing where to start. Writing a resume can make you feel defeated, mainly because it can be time-consuming and laborious. Hopefully, today's blog post on resume building will provide some insight.

Burnout is increasingly becoming a concern for those of us that have been under constant pressure in certain circumstances that have left us drained of our energy and spirit. What exactly is burnout? We can begin to discuss this concept by looking at the context of the workplace.

Postpartum depression is a long-lasting, serious depression that develops usually after childbirth. Most commonly, symptoms develop within the first few weeks after giving birth, but they may begin during pregnancy and even up to a year after giving birth. 

In a time where loss feels inevitable and inescapable, we must learn how to take care of ourselves so that we can grieve and mourn appropriately and process our feelings.

Anxiety is a common emotion that everyone experiences. It can be categorized as a feeling of fear, dread, or uneasiness. However, some people have difficulty regulating these emotions and may have Anxiety disorder.

To prioritize yourself means to give yourself time and attention to have a better focus on your needs, goals and desires. We can begin to learn how to better engage in our own lives and the lives of others when we learn how to be compassionate and caring with ourselves.

As defined by Merriam Webster, being self-sufficient refers to the ability to maintain oneself without outside aid, or more simply, to be capable of providing for one's own needs. This may seem a little vague or difficult to quantify, but there is a self-sufficiency standard created by the University of Washington to clarify exactly what it takes to be self-sufficient.

When life gives us challenges that we cannot seem to overcome, we often turn to the people around us that make us feel safe, loved, and cared for. We call this a support system, and it is important for a variety of reasons to develop this system over time so that emergencies and crises in our lives can feel less stressful and lonely.

Networking is when you connect with others and their resources. This is where you would "build a relationship" by getting to know people and finding out how you can help each other. This is very important as it will help your business grow as well as theirs.

S.M.A.R.T. is an acronym used to help guide goal setting and overall achievement. This guide was created by Peter Drucker in his Management by Objectives concept in order to provide the clarity, focus, and motivation you need for achieving your goal.

In life there will always be things that we come across that may cause conflicts. Whether it is school, work or home. Sometimes things can be hard to deal with and therefore there are steps that one can take in order to resolve the issues.

Self-confidence is defined as a feeling of trust in one’s abilities, qualities, and judgment. Research suggests that it is important to your health and psychological well-being. Confidence can refer to a general sense of belief and trust in your ability to control your life, or it might be more situation-specific. Having a healthy level of self-confidence can help you become successful in your personal and professional life.

In just about everything you do, a great plan is needed especially when trying to decide which way you would like your career to go. When planning a career you must determine what you would like to do and the steps needed to achieve that goal.

Typically, in the workplace, one should try to avoid heated or highly sensitive topics such as politics. A rising issue within the workplace is addressing multiculturalism and race. Many are unsure how to bring these topics up without being insensitive. Race and multiculturalism are something that needs to be addressed in the workplace with tolerance and sensitivity.

Social media Anxiety Disorder is not a clinical disorder, but it is something that people go through. It's a type of anxiety that many young people go through, especially teens. Most of the time, young adults/teens are on social media daily looking through Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and other social media apps.

Good morning everyone! In today’s blog post I’ll be talking about seasonal depression. With the dip in temperature and the short groggy mornings on the way, many of us can be negatively affected with that change.

Defining an Eating Disorder (ED) This mental health condition is defined by abnormal eating habits and behaviors relating to negative thoughts and emotions.

What is mental health awareness? We have all heard of mental health awareness, and as a society, we are beginning to understand the importance of mental health. In the US, however, how we perceive the meaning of mental health varies greatly. I think what mental health awareness encapsulates can be surprising to many.

Boundaries can be broken into three main types: rigid, porous, and healthy. These types vary in their degree of intimacy and trust. The best boundary to have is “healthy”, whereas the worst type to have is rigid. A rigid boundary feels restrictive and can make us feel unheard, unsafe, and isolated. Porous boundaries are a deceptive form of boundaries. At times, a porous boundary can feel healthy, but it never truly is.

While reading a book or having a discussion with an individual, you can go back and reread or ask a question to clarify a point. This is not always true when listening. Listening is of the moment, and we often only get to hear the speaker’s words once. The key then is for the listener to ascertain the speaker’s central premise or controlling idea quickly.

Healthy relationships are often glamorized online and within mainstream media as being picturesque, simple, and easy. It’s easy to jump to the conclusion that a relationship that doesn’t experience domestic violence is a healthy one. Domestic violence is not the only type of abuse that can occur within a relationship. It’s important to note, that healthy relationships must be maintained through active engagement and reflection. 

The website WebMD was created for those seeking information about either their health or medications that were prescribed to them. This website allows people who are not medical professionals to look up disorders, illnesses, diagnoses, and prescribed medications so that they are able to ask further questions to their doctor or psychiatrist.

What is stress? According to Google, stress is the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure. According to Glazer and Gasser (2016), stress affects everyone at some point in their lives, brought on by life events, emotional trauma, or environmental factors and can be interpreted differently across cultures.