Crisis Support

The most dreaded word is “death.” Since only Jesus Christ has reportedly returned from the dead, we are uncertain as to what lies ahead once we cross over into the spiritual world. The closest we come to any comprehension of…
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Although emotional abuse leaves no scars on the outside, the ones you cannot see are the most difficult to heal.  Those who have suffered from it will be the first to tell you how excruciatingly painful it is. Through the…
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She appears to suffer from PTSD in addition to depression.  She has nightmares and suffers from insomnia.  She feels like she is damaged and has low self-esteem.  She states that she has no joy in life, and suffers from lack…
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People-pleasing is akin to martyrdom. You routinely twist yourself into a pretzel from being kind, generous, selfless, accommodating, positive, supportive, patient and agreeable. You never say “no.” You go above and beyond to ensure that others are happy – yet…
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Because anyone has the potential for  violence and no relationship is immune to problems and stress, planning to deal with domestic violence before it happens is important for anyone in a relationship. The problem is, so many believe that domestic…
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When soldiers returned from war in the Gulf and Iraq their wives and girlfriends eagerly waiting to embrace them back into the family unit. Many were well aware serving in live combat would have left them feeling stressed upon coming home, but most…
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Emotional grief is something that everyone will experience at some point in their life, it can leave you with a sense of emptiness, loneliness and even guilt. The vast range of confusing and conflicting emotions can leave people in a very delicate mental state….
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There is nothing more painful and more devastating in the lives of parents than to lose a child. It’s not fair, it’s not supposed to happen and it leaves a scar on their hearts for as long as they live….
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How to offer support to those who face the death of a child Understand how a grieving mother feels; follow this advice on how you can support those who face the death of a child. First of all, never ever…
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When people die, generally one of two things are done with their remains. In most locations, it is traditional for surviving family members to purchase a casket and have the deceased dressed in their best clothes. This is of course after…
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When an individual that is close to you passes away, it is as though you are plummeted into another world where there is no sound, no time and no sense of what is just. This perception may occur even when…
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When grieving a loss in your life, the effects can be devastating. While everyone handles grief differently, the emotions can range from sadness and anger to actually falling into a deep depression. It’s important to address the emotions that arise…
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When a loved one passes away there are many decisions that have to be made. In best case scenarios the deceased has let his or her wishes be known and those are respected. It may be that cremation is the…
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One must first consider, it is in the past. Once someone has acknowledged a mistake in the past, it is time to forgive, move forward and present the opportunity to atone. One of the basic components of loving someone is…
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There are no words to describe the loss of losing a child, and when teenagers kills themselves, it is often even more unexpected, and can be especially  devastating.  Not that losing a child in any way is easier than in…
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Suicide should never be considered as an option for any situtation that may arise in someone’s life. An option should be a logical decision that someone makes to improve their life and the lives of the people that they care about. Suicide…
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In general, if an attacker applies a choke to your neck, the intention is to kill you. There are two primary dangers in a choke: strangulation and suffocation. Strangulation occurs when the blood flow to the brain is cut off,…
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There are many ways to support the family of a person with mental illness. The first thing that would be good is to treat their mentally ill relative as a normal person, invite him to gatherings and talk to him…
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Depending on its severity, stroke is more or less devastating but it is always life-changing not just for the person who has suffered it but also for his or her family and friends. Warm and loving people may turn argumentative…
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How to handle dreams and nightmares after abuse Ironic, isn’t it, that we survive the actual abuse and manage to set out on some form of “normal” life. The only problem is that “normal” has no parameters and is totally…
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In our 21st Century, life has become increasingly stressful. Young children have more stimuli in their environment than ever before. For Example, radio, television (from 3″ to over 54″), video, video games, tapes, CD’s (for music or movies), computers, internet,…
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Don’t let my PTSD stop you from thinking I love you… How many times have you wanted to just scoop that someone special you love and hold them so tight that they can see beyond your pain and simply know…
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Sexual abuse is the worst crime someone can commit – especially when children are the victims. Children can’t defend themselves against violence or sexual abuse which makes these acts the epitome of cowardice. Victims of sexual abuse will eventually show signs of abuse, but…
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When a family encounters a time of crisis it is stressful to those involved, including extended family members. There are so many different circumstances and issues that have the potential to be labeled a “crisis.” It is nearly impossible to…
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As a retired hospice nurse, and having cared for a dying husband, there are tips to share for dealing with, and caring for, the dying. Even if you are not a licensed care giver, you may find yourself involved with…
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Abuse within a relationship is not always violent. Indeed, when one thinks about abuse, one tends to think that violence always has to be involved. However, this is not always the case. One of the worst types of abuse in…
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The growing link between PTSD and domestic violence in military families has become the focus of the Department of Defense, who in October of 2010 announced the launch of a domestic violence awareness campaign to address the increasing number of soldiers who  are engaging…
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Abuse comes in many forms. It can be physical, verbal, emotional, or sexual. All forms are equally important and equally damaging to the victim. Many times an abuser is someone close, such as a partner. When seeing signs of abuse…
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The sudden overhaul of everything that is familiar and dear to us can for a prolonged period of time seem competely overwhelming. Disorientation, loneliness, depression, even thoughts of suicide can follow bereavement. Covering over grief is not the best way…
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The loss of a child is the worst event a parent can face. We all expect to face loss; it is part of life. However, few expect to lose their children. If you are trying to help someone facing this…
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