by Terry Levy | Jun 24, 2015 | Trauma
It is common for children and adults with histories of maltreatment, trauma, and compromised attachment to avoid painful memories and reminders of prior negative experiences. Although such avoidance reduces anxiety in the short term, in the long run it maintains fear,...
by Terry Levy | Jun 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
In the past, children fulfilled a significant role in the survival of the family. Before supermarkets and washing machines, families were burdened with a tremendous amount of work. Food had to be prepared from scratch, clothes had to be handmade, wood had to be...
by Terry Levy | Jun 24, 2015 | Parenting
The impact of adoption is lifelong. Adoption issues are significant for both a child and adult in every stage of social and emotional development. As a healing parent you need to be aware of the challenges and tasks required to meet the needs of your child. Years...
by Terry Levy | Jun 24, 2015 | Adult Relationships
More than 50 percent of marriages end in divorce due to various reasons: incompatibility, betrayal, substance abuse, attachment problems, faulty communication. Many people lacked role models of healthy long-term love and commitment growing up. When partners are...
by Terry Levy | Jun 24, 2015 | Psychology, Trauma
It is well known that trauma has many negative effects on people, including PTSD, depression, medical conditions, and substance abuse. An alternative perspective, however, is that trauma can result in positive outcomes. Individuals can experience positive changes in...
