Healing Happens in Community
Reprinted from the Intergenerational Trauma issue of Visions Journal, 2023, 18 (2), pp. 35-36
I became a community builder and it saved my life.
Making Life Better
Certified PADS Dogs supporting wellness and social integration
Emotions of a Front Line Worker
Reprinted from the "Responding to Feelings" issue of Visions Journal, 2021, 16 (4), pp. 22-23
Front line, according to the Canadian Oxford Dictionary: “A role or position of immediate involvement with crises, social problems, etc.”1
Don’t simply survive. Live!
Reprinted from the "Responding to Feelings" issue of Visions Journal, 2021, 16 (4), pp. 9-11
My Recovery Discovery
Jillian’s story of depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance use is a story of pain—and self-discovery. She recognizes her early warning signs and that ignoring or minimizing them means slipping down a rabbit hole of self-loathing and despair. She also accepts that she needs a community around her. With growing insights, Jillian shares with readers seven of her most valuable steps for self-care and recovery.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Adults
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a major trauma.
Treatments: What Works?
It seems like everyone has an opinion when it comes to treatments for mental health or substance use problems. To add to the confusion, it isn’t always obvious who is basing their opinions on real evidence and who is not. And while we often hear people talk about evidence-based treatments, it’s also clear that complementary and alternative medicine approaches are helpful for some.
