How to Prepare for the Fourth of July with Fireworks and PTSD

Celebrating freedom in the USA on the Fourth of July is a significant and patriotic occasion. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, it represents the birth of the United States as an independent nation and the principles upon which it was founded. The Fourth of July can hold different meanings for different groups of people, such as veterans, first responders, firefighters and civilians.

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How to Support Someone with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Supporting someone with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) requires empathy, understanding, and patience. PTSD can significantly impact a person's life, causing distressing symptoms and affecting their relationships, work, and overall well-being. Here are some strategies to help someone with PTSD to reduce reactivity, hypervigilance, and other symptom reduction suggestions

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Uncovering the Impact of Enmeshment

Enmeshment typically occurs when family members have overly diffuse boundaries and a lack of individual autonomy. Enmeshment often manifests as a high degree of emotional fusion, where individual identities become entangled and the needs and emotions of one family member are excessively enmeshed with those of Enmeshment refers to a dysfunctional pattern of relating within a family or close relationships, where boundaries between individuals become blurred or nonexistent.

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The Gottman Method: Thriving Relationship Part I

John and Julie Gottman are renowned psychologists, couples therapy researchers who have developed a wealth of skills and techniques to help couples build and maintain strong, healthy relationships through science. They have developed a comprehensive approach to couples therapy known as the Gottman Method.

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The Gottman Method: Thriving Relationship Part II

hese skills and concepts are derived from the extensive research and clinical work of the Gottman’s. They have been shown to promote relationship satisfaction and resilience. Couples can benefit from learning and practicing these skills through workshops, counseling, or self-help resources provided by the Gottman’s and their organization, The Gottman Institute.

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Complex Neural Networks: mBraining Demystified

The dynamic and transformative nature of mbraining- a process of being, thinking and doing…. can facilitate information in new and exciting ways, forming representations not previously seen, and generating behaviors and outcomes that were blocked or stuck in the past. While mBraining simplifies the process and aims to make it accessible even to children, the underlying components offer insights into multiple intelligences within an individual and shifting relational interactions.

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The Neurobiology of Grief, Complicated Grief, and Traumatic Grief: Strategies for Healing

raditional or normal grief, complicated grief, and traumatic grief are different manifestations of the grieving process, each with distinct characteristics and challenges. While grief is a normal response to loss, complicated grief refers to a prolonged and impairing form of grief that can significantly disrupt a person's life.

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Coaching Origins and Revolutionizing the Future

The future of coaching may emphasize a more holistic approach, considering various aspects of an individual's life, such as physical health, relationships, purpose and meaning. Here are some key trends and potential developments, positive psychology focuses on cultivating strengths, well-being, and optimal functioning.

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The Neurobiology of Memory

Memory is a complex cognitive process that involves the encoding, storage, and retrieval of information. There are different types of memory, each serving specific functions and associated with distinct brain structures. Memory plays a crucial role in learning, decision-making, and overall cognitive functioning.

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