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What Does it Mean to Be Neurodivergent?
When people hear the word neurodivergent initially they think of autism spectrum disorder, a neurological condition characterized by differences in social communication, as well as, sensory-motor behaviors that may be restricted or repetitive. While ASD is one of the primary diagnoses of neurodivergent persons, it is not the only one. ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia, and other developmental conditions also fall under the neurological conditions that an individual is born with. The term “neurodivergent” is used to describe normal and naturally occurring differences in the brain that can present in both challenging and positive ways. An individual who is considered neurodiverse exhibits [...]
Different Types and Effects of Trauma
Trauma is the response to something - usually one or more events - that overwhelms a person's ability to cope with it. Everyone experiences and reacts in different ways and the effects of trauma can include feelings of anguish, fear, helplessness and loss of control. Due to the difficult nature of these events, trauma is often hidden, unreported or denied. There are many reasons for this, including fear of getting in trouble, shame, guilt, or guilt about the event or fear of the perpetrator. Many young people who experience it learn to cope with the effects of trauma, but sometimes extra [...]
Is Adult ADHD Real? Most Common Misunderstandings About ADHD Explained
If we are going to explore some of the most common misunderstandings about adult ADHD, we should first decipher what adult ADHD is. In summary, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental neurocognitive disorder that is first present in childhood. Thus, adults who have ADHD also had it in childhood. Whether it was diagnosed in childhood or later as an adult, one of the diagnostic criteria for ADHD is that symptoms began in childhood and were present in two or more environments. Further, the inattentive or hyperactive symptoms (or a combination of the two) must have had a significant impact [...]
8 Signs of a Codependent Friendship
Codependency is one trait in toxic friendships. Just like romances, friendships may also be unhealthy, so not all friends are healthy for you. The definition of codependent friendships, how to spot them, and how to recover are all provided here. What is a codependent friendship? Co-dependent connections are so intimate that all boundaries have entirely melted away, even though close friendships are necessary. Boundaries let us distinguish between our wants and feelings and those of other people by defining our personal limitations. Codependent friends lose these boundaries and grow dependent on one another, becoming "enmeshed" in their friends’ lives. In romantic [...]
Alcohol Dependence: How Do I Know When I Have A Problem?
The topic of alcohol consumption and dependence is a sensitive subject. Addressing the topic with a friend or family member can lead people to push away or even sever the relationship out of denial, embarrassment, or anger. Yet, as both a sober person and a therapist, it is a topic I often receive questions about. People are constantly asking, “How do I know if I am drinking too much or too often?” “How do I know if I have a problem?” Thoughts such as these consume so many minds, especially in a post-pandemic world. Statistics related to the soaring levels of [...]
Comfort in Our Darkest Hour: Bible Verses for Mourning
Whether it comes suddenly, or whether we expect it after a long struggle, the loss of a loved one hurts. As commonplace as death may be, there is still something unnatural about death, and it feels right to talk about death as the Bible does, calling it an “enemy.” In this article, we'll look at several Bible verses for mourning to comfort you in your time of loss. The death of a loved one robs us of opportunities to make new memories, or to foster reconciliation where there had been strained relationships. However, death can also come as welcome release for a [...]
How Your PTSD is Made Worse by Avoidance Behavior
A common response to trauma is emotional avoidance. Those who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) sometimes include emotional avoidance to avoid unpleasant or painful emotions. This is part of the avoidance cluster of PTSD. Any action intended to stop the occurrence of unpleasant emotions, such as fear, sadness, or shame, is referred to as avoidance. For instance, a person might turn to drugs or dissociation to avoid unpleasant emotions. Short-term relief of emotional avoidance may both be possible but it frequently does more damage because avoidance behaviors are linked to more severe PTSD symptoms. What link exists between avoidance behavior and [...]
10 Bible Verses About Forgiveness
Do you know you need to forgive someone, but you are struggling to do so? Forgiveness is hard, but God can help you do it. When you meditate on Bible verses about forgiveness, you can gain the motivation to forgive even when you feel stuck in unforgiveness. The following Bible verses about forgiveness have much to teach us about the act of forgiving others. It’s not an option for us as believers in Christ. Yet it takes time and perspective to let go of deep hurts someone has done against us. The Bible can help us do this, and we can [...]
Relationship Problems: 8 Bible Verses to Help Resolve Them
If you are struggling in your relationship with your partner, you are not alone. All couples have problems at some stage of their marriage, and it takes time and hard work to prevent a marriage from failing. Relying on God when things just don’t seem to work is the only solution. He must be at the center of your marriage to be able to solve any relationship problems. Trust in His plans and his ways, He will guide you along the right path. Bible verses for relationship problems. Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for [...]