Coping

Jet Lag with PTSD is a Whole 'Nother Animal

I returned to New York from a 10 day trip in Japan this past Sunday. It's now Thursday. Well, technically Friday at 2AM in the morning. I...

4 Reasons Cats Are Perfect Therapy Animals For PTSD (And Other Mental Disorders)

Therapy dogs are great, but our feline friends can also effectively help those diagnosed with PTSD and other mental disorders.

Why PTSD Makes Time Feel So Slow

Many people with PTSD experience significant time distortion. Here's why.

PTSD Diaries: Prozac Edition | Pt. 2

Progress reporting weeks 2-7 of taking Prozac to treat PTSD.

Combating Perfectionism and Shame

Perfectionism, shame, and PTSD can be a very debilitating combination.

Remedies I've Tried For PTSD Insomnia, From Best to Worst

Insomnia and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are almost a guaranteed pair. Data show up to 91% of patients with PTSD report...

I had a really bad PTSD flashback. Here's how I got through it.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) flashbacks are incredibly difficult to describe, and aren't the same for everyone. Some experts...

Reflections on my first day of group music therapy as a trauma survivor

While I've frequented solo therapy throughout my adult years, group therapy is an area I lack experience in. It's always been something...

Healthier ways to cope instead of drugs and alcohol, from a survivor

In early 2018, days after my ex-partner violently assaulted me by beating me with his shoe, stomp-kicking me, and nearly breaking my...