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Taking Responsibility, Making a change: The Power of Accountability in Sex Addiction Recovery When it comes to sex addiction, accountability plays a crucial role in the recovery process. But what exactly is accountability, and why is it so important when it comes to treating sex addiction? First, let’s define what we mean by sex addiction. Sex addiction is a compulsive …
Cultural Identity Within Blended Families Issues related to race and cultural identity have been a source of controversy and conflict throughout history and continue to be so today. Some of the Key Issues Include: Racism: This refers to the belief that one race is superior to others, and the actions and attitudes that flow from that belief. Racism has been …
Explanation of Emotional Abuse Emotional abuse is a pattern of behaviour that disconnects a person from their own inner sense of self-worth, self-compassion, inner peace and alignment. It can take many forms, including verbal abuse, isolation, control, gaslighting, and economic abuse. Emotional abuse can be a way for an abuser to assert power and control over their victim, causing them …
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs during the fall and winter months when there is less natural sunlight. The symptoms of SAD can be debilitating, making it difficult to enjoy daily activities and maintain relationships. However, nutrition plays a significant role in managing the symptoms of SAD. Understanding SAD: SAD is a type of depression …
Jealousy – the Emotion we Love to Hate We all know that feeling of insecurity and fear that can arise when our partner shows interest in someone else. Jealousy is a complex emotion that can arise in romantic relationships and can be difficult to understand and manage. It is often seen as taboo or “forbidden.” It can be difficult for people to …
What are Eating Disorders Eating disorders are a complex and painful struggle that can profoundly impact an individual’s physical and mental well-being. A distorted relationship with food and an intense preoccupation with weight, body shape, and control characterises them. Eating disorders can manifest in many different ways, such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder, each with its own set …
When a marriage ends, it’s easy to feel lost and alone. The finality of signing a divorce can feel like a death sentence, condemning the union and all it once stood for, but it’s important to remember that the end of a marriage is not the end of the story. It’s not the end of a family, but rather a …
Art Therapy and PTSD Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses artistic expression and creativity as a way to address psychological and emotional issues. It can be an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) because it allows individuals to express and process their emotions in a safe and creative way. PTSD is a mental health condition that …
Beyond the Norm: Understanding Non-Traditional Relationships and Identities Non-traditional relationships and identities are those that transcend societal norms and expectations. This can include but is not limited to polyamorous relationships, open relationships, consensual non-monogamy, relationship anarchy, genderqueer and non-binary identities, and asexual and aromantic identities. There is an increasing acceptance and visibility of non-traditional relationships and identities in society. Society …
Fertility struggles, also known as infertility, is the inability to conceive and to complete a pregnancy to term. It can be a physical and emotional challenge for couples as they navigate the uncertainty and disappointment of not being able to start a family. The impact of fertility struggles on relationships can be immense. It can strain the bond between partners …
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