Reading Time: 3 MinutesTrauma is a six-letter word that affects an individual emotionally, mentally, and physically for a long period of time and sometimes a lifetime. Trauma comes in all forms and can occur throughout any life stage. Whether the individual has been emotionally, physically, sexually, verbally, or psychologically neglected, abused, or traumatized, it is nearly inevitable that […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesResiliency is often defined as “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress, such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems, or workplace and financial stressors”, according to the American Psychological Association. As much as resiliency involves “bouncing back” from these tough situations, it often […]
Reading Time: 3 Minutes“You don’t get over an addiction by stopping using. You recover by creating a new life where it is easier to not use. If you don’t create a new life, then all the factors that brought you to your addiction will catch up with you again.” -Anonymous Recovery can be viewed by many as a […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesSelf-harm, also known as intentional self-injury behavior, is the purposeful action of inflicting physical harm on your body and is a red flag sign for emotional distress. According to psychiatrists, self-harm is appropriately recognized as nonsuicidal self-injury disorder (NSSID) as these self-harm behaviors are done without any intention of suicide. In other words, the individual […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesTraumatic stress and traumatizing events have a wide range of effects on brain function and structure. Trauma is defined as the perception that your safety and livelihood are in jeopardy, in other words, thinking that your life is at risk. Trauma comes in all shapes and sizes, from emotional trauma such as bullying, verbal abuse, […]
Reading Time: 5 MinutesAnxiety and Bipolar Disorder The hope and vision of World Bipolar Day are to bring world awareness to the world about bipolar disorder and to eliminate social stigma. This mood disorder affects nearly 3% of the adult U.S. population each year. World Bipolar Day (WBD) is celebrated each year on March 30th, Vincent Van Gogh’s […]
Reading Time: 5 MinutesAlcoholism, formally known as alcohol abuse disorder, is the psychological and physical dependence on alcohol. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), in 2015, 15.1 million adults in the United States had an alcohol use problem. Individuals who are addicted to alcohol will go to extreme lengths to hide their addiction, will go through […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesHaving a loved one living with Mental Illness and/or an Addiction Disorder can be difficult. Fortunately, Akua provides many support groups that are available for friends and family members of those struggling or recovery from a Mental Health and/or Substance Use Disorder. AKUA’S VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS Offered Monday through Thursday, 5:30- 6:30 pm PST. Free […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesAnhedonia, Apathy and Depression May is Mental Health Awareness Month. A special month devoted to raising awareness and education about mental health. Mental health goes beyond the extent of the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders such as anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. Mental health includes being aware of our emotions, thoughts, personal […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesOur team at AKUA Mind and Body believes in celebrating recovery daily as addiction recovery is based on progress, not perfection. Each new day is one step forward in the right direction. The terms “sobriety” and “recovery” are often used interchangeably. However, these two terms have very distinct meanings when it comes time to addiction. […]
