Alternate Nostril Breathing
Alternate nostril breathing gets its roots from yoga and practicing breath regulation, called pranayama. This kind of breath work is common in meditation and yoga, and can also be done by itself to help clear your head and focus on your breath. There are a few different ways to do it, each with different benefits […]
PTSD Awareness Month 2022
The month of June ushers in National PTSD Awareness Month, which raises awareness for PTSD survivors. PTSD, or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, occurs in people after they experience a traumatic event. Recovery from PTSD is possible, but for some, the road is long and tough; the lack of knowledge about PTSD and the stigma in […]
How Trauma Changes the Brain
Traumatic stress can drastically change the brain’s chemistry and structure. Depending on the type of traumatic stress, these effects can range from minor to severe impacts on the ways we function; from heightened anxiety and difficulty managing emotions to impulsive actions and PTSD, these changes are symptoms that can occur after a traumatic and stressful […]
How to Start off the New Year Right….Setting Achievable New Years Resolutions.
Seeing as many resolutions revolve around health – living a healthier lifestyle by healthier eating, more exercise, or losing weight – lifestyle changes require habit changes. So what does it take to make a real habit change and form a new habit? Neuroscientists discovered that habit behavior actually originates in the basal ganglia part of […]
Veteran Guide to Coping with PTSD During the Holidays
For many Veterans, the holidays can be a difficult time to cope with PTSD. The noise, crowds, and other triggers can cause anxiety and even depression during this time of year. Many people see the holidays as a happy time surrounded by family and good friends, but many people suffer during this time, like Veterans. […]
What You Need To Know About Service Dogs
Can Service Dogs Help Reduce Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in War Veterans? Dog, hound, man’s best friend… dogs have many names. Besides being cute and fluffy companions, dogs can serve many other important purposes, and the research on what they can do for those with mental health conditions is promising. Service dogs seemingly have many positive […]
What Veterans Need to Know About Chronic and Persistent Pain
Pain can feel isolating and debilitating. Many Veterans decline to receive help because they don’t think they can improve. But you can. Recognize your type of pain and understand its impact on the mind. Then you can pursue a range of treatments that touch upon all your symptoms. Here is what you need to know […]
Top Eight Veteran PTSD Myths Debunked
The Veterans’ Administration estimates that 10% of Vietnam Veterans and 30% of Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan suffer from PTSD. Veterans who have served in combat often experience flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, depression, or guilt. It can be challenging for Veterans to return to their life before they were deployed because there are so many misconceptions […]
Low Impact Exercises for Veterans Living With Chronic Pain
On good days, chronic pain can act as a massive hindrance to living your life. Even simple things like cleaning the house or running errands can almost become unbearable. So it’s no surprise that exercising is the furthest thing from many people’s minds when managing their chronic pain. If stressing your injured body part makes […]
How You Can Help Veterans During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Anyone with a friend or loved one deployed overseas knows the incredible feeling that comes with hearing they’re finally coming home. It’s a combination of joy that we will finally get to see them again and the relief of knowing they’ll finally be out of harm’s way. But the reality is a far greater threat […]
