Life can be filled with many difficult moments. Whether you’ve struggled through years of abuse or have struggled with a difficult upbringing, repeated exposure to stressful events may lead you to self-sabotage. This is because many people may feel like they are unable to change their circumstances, a feeling known as learned helplessness. In this article, you’ll learn more about
According to the World Health Organization, nearly 7% of the world’s population struggles with an alcohol use disorder. Unfortunately, this means that some children have parents who struggle with alcoholism. Inevitably, a child being raised by someone with a drinking problem can negatively impact a child and cause them to develop certain personality traits. Keep reading to learn more about
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nearly 29 million people in the U.S. struggled with alcohol use disorder in 2023. Alcohol addiction doesn’t just impact the individual struggling with the addiction, it also impacts the relationships you have. For many, that may include family members, friends, peers, and more. This includes children of the alcoholic. In
Unfortunately, trauma impacts more children than you may think. According to SAMHSA, more than two thirds of children reported experiencing at least one traumatic event by age 16. This means that millions of children face traumatic experiences at a young age which inevitably can impact how they grow, develop, and think. In this article, you’ll learn more about how children
In a world that often equates success with relentless ambition, it’s easy to overlook the emotional toll of constant striving. Recently, an insightful interview between restauranteur Rob Anderson and WBUR discussed Recovery and the Bridge to Recovery, nestled in the serene woods of Kentucky. Our program offers more than just a traditional recovery experience; it serves as a profound awakening
Empty chair work is a type of therapeutic technique where an individual essentially engages in conversation with an absent person or part of themselves via an empty chair in front of them. The aim of this technique is to be able to imagine yourself, or someone you know, sitting in that chair to help you resolve conflict from your past