A flashback is a re-experiencing of a traumatic event. It feels as if you are reliving the trauma. Not as a memory of the past, but as if it were happening right now. You are briefly back in that moment, with all the accompanying emotions and physical...
Hypervigilance literally means 'excessive vigilance'. It is a state in which your nervous system is constantly in alarm mode, as if danger could be imminent at any moment, even when you are objectively safe. Your brain keeps scanning for threats, even when they...
You can read about the links between nutrients and your mental well-being in this article. In brief What you eat affects how you feel. Certain vitamins and minerals are essential for the production of 'happy substances' in your brain. The main ones are: Vitamin...
In relationships where emotions run deep, small stimuli can trigger big reactions. Whether it is a partner who constantly responds sarcastically, a parent who keeps pointing out your mistakes, or a friend who challenges you to an argument: constant provocation...
Complex trauma often occurs after long-term or repeated drastic events. Think of child abuse, emotional neglect or a violent home situation. Unlike a one-off traumatic experience, complex trauma often has...
Jealousy, we all know it. That nagging feeling that comes up when you think your partner might be paying more attention to someone else. It's a human emotion, but it can put a lot of strain on a relationship. Let's take a look at the impact that...
You don't have to be an intense athlete to benefit from exercise. Even simple exercises can help reduce stress, improve your mood and keep or balance your body. Movement therapy makes you aware of this...
Stress is increasingly common and affects our bodies, heads and relationships. Fortunately, lifestyle therapy offers a practical way to cope better. By making small adjustments to your daily habits, you can increase your resilience and become more...
The way parents raise their children has a profound impact on their development. It is not just about rules or punishments. The parenting style helps determine how children express their emotions, how they interact with others and how strong their self-image becomes....
Many people experience pain, fatigue or tension in their bodies when there is no medical cause. This can be confusing and frustrating. Fortunately, there are ways to deal with this. In this article, you will read about what unexplained physical complaints are and what...
Worrying is something we all do from time to time. But if your thoughts keep grinding and it makes you sleep badly, tired or gloomy, it's time to do something about it. Fortunately, there are ways to break that constant thinking. In this article, you will read...
Long-term fatigue is more common than you think. Sometimes it is temporary, for example after a busy period. But in others, it persists for months or even years. This greatly affects work, family and social contacts. Fortunately, there are therapies that can...
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