Life is hard, especially when you feel like you’re on an emotional roller coaster. Sometimes people might say you’re hot and cold. Other times, maybe you’ve heard that you’re “moody.” Maybe you’ve even said this to yourself!
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Whether you care for a family member, friend, or you’re a professional caregiver for multiple people, you’ve probably heard of (or experienced) burnout before. Caring for others, no matter how rewarding it is, can be exhausting at times, especially when you aren’t able to take care of yourself the way you should.
Read MoreREVIEW: NHPR The Exchange: Recognizing, Treating, and Managing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in First Responders.
In April 2019 NHPR convened a panel of 4 knowledgeable professionals to discuss mental health in First Responders and to bring public attention to the stigma surrounding First Responders’ access to treatment for PTSD.
Read More9 Best Strategies to Help You Cope With PTSD
What follows are 9 of the most effective strategies I have found for coping with PTSD as an adjunct to (not replacement for) psychotherapy. I always suggest people start with the basics of good health as a way to renew yourself.
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