***TRIGGER WARNING *** Mentions sexual predation and victimization of children   Have you ever wondered if people who are sexual predators were born that way? Were they made by their environment or by genetic changes to their brains? This article will explore these questions but do not think you...

Counseling is one of the best ways to make sure that you are looking after your own mental health, but how can you know when you might benefit from it and what might you get out of it? Many people have thought about getting counseling but might not know...

To be sure, there are many approaches to the treatment of dissociative identity disorder including massage therapy. However, the best treatment for DID appears to be psychotherapy. What is Psychotherapy? In this article, we shall discuss psychotherapy, aka talk therapy, the modality people most often think of when the...

Life can often feel like a whirlwind, with the demands of work, family, and personal responsibilities stacking up until stress feels unavoidable. Managing this stress effectively is essential for maintaining mental and physical well-being, especially during busy periods. Here are some practical strategies to help you stay grounded, even...

This time of year is known for banquettes, big dinners, and overeating, so it is vital to take care of your body. It’s always important that you’re tackling weight loss in a healthy way, when it comes to your attitude and approach. Everyone loses weight for different reasons. It...

Therapy isn’t easy. You may find that statement to be true from your own experiences working with a therapist. Most people who have dissociative identity disorder (DID) understand that therapy is both beautiful yet at the same time dangerous. There are many forms of psychotherapy, however, this article will...

I found this article from last year and thought it was relevant today. Enjoy!   Most survivors have families of origin that were responsible for their forming complex post-traumatic stress disorder through committing chronic child abuse. So, the holidays, especially Christmas, are very difficult for them.   This article...

Working with a professional for behavioral health support is like any relationship you have – it has to match your needs and requirements. Therefore, it’s important to know what you’re looking for and how to find it. Your health is a vulnerable thing and something that needs to be...

Alters are often unruly and cause some of those who have dissociative identity disorder (DID) problems. For instance, a very young alter (little) may want to drive the car or a teen alter may want to drive up the credit card.   How do you handle such problems? You...

Have you ever experienced yourself slipping into the freeze response? That feeling that you are too overwhelmed to move or speak when in therapy? This article will focus on strategies for you and your therapist to respond to and treat the freeze response. What is the Freeze Response? You...

Storing and retrieving memory doesn’t work like a memory stick because the brain processes and stores information in differently. This article will explore how memory works and some exciting new research that makes it clear that DID is not a fantasy disease, but very real. A Short Explanation of...

Studies have shown that individuals who have received a DID diagnosis are more likely to struggle with their mental health. For example, they may also experience anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts. However, it is important to note that while it may not always feel that way, there’s always help...