Trauma refers to any deeply threatening or disturbing event, ranging from (witnessed or experienced) abuse to major disasters that overwhelms our coping capacity. Understanding how trauma impacts us and why we respond in certain ways is key to healing. When we encounter acute stress, the part of our brain called
Anxiety and depression are terms that are used colloquially in everyday language and also in mental health settings. Most people understand anxiety and depression as different conditions. However many people often experience both depression and anxiety, and many people are referred for ‘mixed anxiety and depression’. What does this mean?
In a world where we are constantly receiving messages about the importance of being special and unique, and told that we ought to stand out from the crowd – it’s refreshing to reclaim the idea that being ordinary is something worth celebrating. To be ordinary means being ‘common’ or
What is trauma bonding? You may have heard the term trauma bonding in relation to abusive relationships. However, trauma bonding is not a clearly defined concept. This article will look at some of the ideas around trauma bonding, and what you can do if you have had a traumatic experience.
If you have been feeling low and searched the internet for an answer you may have come across the term “Crippling Depression” and wonder if this is what you are suffering from. It is important to know what you may be experiencing. That is what will be discussed here. Severe
Anger is a normal emotion that people experience as part of everyday life. Anger, like any emotion, sits on a spectrum. The different levels of anger may range from being annoyed to rage. However, concern arises when we start to notice ourselves not making sense of why we are angry.
When people first book in to see a psychologist, they may be recommended to book several appointments ahead of time to ensure that they can secure a regular appointment slot. But how often should you book in? Is it better to attend twice per week, weekly, fortnightly, or monthly? How
Regular exercise can have a positive impact on depression, anxiety, and PTSD. It can also improve memory, help you sleep better, relieve stress, and boost your mood. Exercise can also get you out and about in the world, which can reduce social isolation and any feelings of loneliness by connecting
‘The Shark Cage’ metaphor was conceptualised by Ursula Benstead (psychologist). It is a helpful and practical way for women (or anyone) in abusive relationships to understand and prevent re-victimization. In therapy, women who have experienced abusive relationships often wonder what it is about them, or what they are doing wrong
What is Anxiety? Anxiety is the most common mental health disorder in Australia. One in four people are likely to experience anxiety, at some stage in their life (Beyond Blue, 2022). Anxiety is a clinical term that describes a persistent sense of heightened arousal and anticipation of future threat (American
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