Can Extreme Grief Cause Physical Pain?

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Extreme grief can be very painful both mentally and emotionally, but many people wonder if grief can cause physical pain. Extreme grief can have side effects on both the physical body and the brain. The physical experience of grief is different for everyone, so physical symptoms of extreme grief can vary from person to person.  … Read more

How Can Extroverts Cope During Self-Isolation?

If you’re an extrovert, why is it important to be proactive about socializing/connecting? (i.e.: How can self-isolation during these uncertain times affect an extrovert–and why should they do something about it?) Self-isolation is not a place where extroverts prosper. Through self-reflection is necessary for personal growth, extroverts rely on others to help them process and … Read more

Effective Treatment Methods for Trauma

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Some of the most effective treatment methods for those battling with any kind of trauma are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy,  Narrative Exposure, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting (BSP), and group therapy. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, medication may be a part of your treatment plans to help alleviate many … Read more