What is PTSD? Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. Symptoms can manifest immediately following the event, or weeks, months, or years later. It is normal to experience some sort of stress-related symptoms after a trauma. Common reactions include… Read More
Archive: April 2020
Managing Anxiety and Staying Well During COVID-19 Crisis
As public concern and precautions for COVID-19 are on the rise, the impact of this pandemic is being felt by everyone. Experiencing increases in stress, fear, anxiety, sadness, frustration, confusion are all normal reactions in the face of the tremendous amounts of uncertainty we are all navigating… Read More
Tips for Parents and Caregivers in Supporting Children Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
As the COVID-19 outbreak progresses and response plans are implemented, families are navigating school closures, changes to employment status and/or environment, and inevitably increased levels of stress. Children may be struggling with major adjustments to their routines. They may ask questions about what is happening,… Read More