EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) can be safe for complex PTSD—but “safe” has to mean something practical, not just reassuring. In real terms, safety in complex trauma work looks like this: You stay within your emotional window of tolerance...
Understanding Complex PTSD Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) is a specific psychological condition that develops from being exposed to traumatic situations repeatedly and for a long time. Unlike regular PTSD, which usually comes from a single traumatic event like a car accident...
Understanding Holiday Binge Drinking and Its Risks Binge drinking means consuming five or more standard drinks for men (four for women) within approximately two hours. This pattern raises your blood alcohol concentration to 0.08% or higher, significantly impairing...
Privacy and Confidentiality When Attending Rehab Will my boss find out I went to rehab? This question weighs heavily on many people considering treatment for substance use disorder. The short answer: not unless you choose to tell them. Your medical information,...
Alcoholism and Men’s Mental Health: The Hidden Connection You might reach for a drink after a stressful day at work, believing it helps you unwind. What starts as occasional relief can quietly transform into something more serious—alcohol use disorder often...
