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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check In - Tuesday the 23rd of May 2018
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 May 28th, 2018
...See more Good morning Trauma Family, I'd like for us to read a few excerpts from Matthew Tull, PhD. He talks about impulsive behavior and risky behavior. He explains How people with PTSD can have impulsive behaviour. I know this can be a secretive thing that you hate that you do. It's okay. We are here to support each other. Especially for the hard stuff. PTSD and impulsive and risky behaviors. Specifically, given evidence that difficulties in emotion regulation and impulsivity are elevated among individuals with PTSD and associated with greater risk-taking behaviors, these two constructs are proposed as potential mechanisms that may account for the PTSD-impulsive and risky behavior connection. Many people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) struggle with a variety of impulsive behaviors. When this happens often or seriously disrupts everyday life, impulse control disorders are a likely cause. Typically the impulsive action results from release of stress that has built to the point where the person can no longer resist it. The immediate sense of relief is only short-term, however. Feelings such as guilt or shame may follow, and repeated impulsive acts can lead to serious problems. What is an impulsive behavior? Impulsive behaviors are those that occur quickly without control, planning or consideration of the consequences of that behavior. Impulsive behaviors tend to be connected with immediate positive consequences (for example, relief from emotional pain). However, in the long-term, there may be a number of negative consequences, such as greater emotional distress or regret. To add or remove your name to our new Trauma Sub Community General tag list to be notified of new threads in the Trauma Sub Community please click here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pzC6N19QCxy4LRMJqXKd5L6pyF_pKRY8cfXaZYXb6Nk/edit] @Rain45 @Avaray @Shadeshack @BeeLeigh @Faeryschild @Lavendermoonlight @KLM3278 @jr50 @agreeableKite4304 @PhoenixPatronus @Morfo66 @raychascotch @KatieMoon1 @Tamba @Jenna0903 @melliotm @PanamaBanana @inventiveOrange1 @HearingYourHeart @TreesandWine @guyb @Sharkradio @MKjart @Lilyflower0817 @caterpillargirl @Survivetoalive @exuberantTriangle2562 @coraline23 @Ivorycat5573 @fearlessPear8268 @SemicolonSurvivor @weare1 @weareall1 @Annaka1 @moonchild95 @summernight69 @sheaintgotnoshoes @rationalWillow8882 @DeborahUK @AMusicalSilence @catsith @energeticPenny8 @Rebekahwriter13 @behindhazeleyes @sensitiveShade5337 @singercrystalspirit @wittyTree8219 @Ocendade @Rpjrx @Brooke12 @tenacity37 @Raveninthelabrynth @Axeman53 @kkSp3nc3 @blissedNblessed @Softforesthsp77 @AriannaPink @sereneSoul23 @promisemehope @IPreferWinter @Zombii @Godborned @Jessica86 @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Tir @Michelle0608 @The_Final_Chapter @Halogen @BubblegumPuppy68 @ScarletPear1945 @CaloenasNicobarica @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @TheresaWilliams @Compassionatelistener108 @LovelyChantel @Pureriver56 @unassumingSummer6022 @Reedrainshimmer @resourcefulPond1642 @Kuma0187 @NonHoPaura @courageousNorth9872 @NacienteLuz @Waterlily16 @Helpfulsoul64 @TheHoneyDoll @Saif1for1Resilience @butters45 @purpleWest8143 @silverIceCream21 @Dandelionmoon @Bumblebee16 @consciousawakening @Shaiya365 @archerzvy @JJi @CopingwithTrauma @musicheals61 @disneynerd23 @ScarletPear1945 @Longday08 @sittinginahoneymoon @Quietbeach @loyalYard9488 @thatdramaticsoprano @understandingJackfruit9057 @amiableZebra3993 @Waterstreams057 @placidFriend3007 @AndreT @orchard9786 @sociableSailboat9634 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @calmballoon3183 @disneynerd23 @MomRNFNP @Pdanziger @easymap6620 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @candyhaunt @namelessgirl99 @plumLake851 @streamoftears @quixoticRaven @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @Samdoc99 @Mikathewolfdog @Tacomytaco @stella17 @blinkk @PaperCrane1123 @Equalnotabove @felicia96 @CartoonDarling @Tayboi @Compassion21 @lilblackcat89 @ashes @selfdisciplinedTriangle5384 @amiableSummer3420 @FangsInsanity @Anj0806 @Spoonog @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @g00dwitch @No715 @SpruceRaven @tidyMoon3222 @helpfulHuman4992 @Djs3 @dynamicHemlock1736 @Hope3729 @hardworkingStrawberries3477 @courageousCake401 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @mysticPhoenix883 @oceanmom @gymnast9460 @Nonbinarywaffle7706 @Tbeth @felixfriend @Chels @8883ef @DaisyLion @forcefulSkies @spotthedot @courteousNorth5140 @Alcynically @ArianaMay @SB @affectionateNorth4018 @J12g34 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @MaschaV
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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check In - Tuesday April 11th 2018
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 May 9th, 2018
...See more Good Morning Trauma Family, Today I'd like to focus on PTSD and the impact of short term memory loss. I've found myself struggling to remember everyday things from scheduled appointments to losing medication. Short Term Memory loss and PTSD are highly linked. I found this wonderful article from the healthy place site by Tia Hollowood. PTSD impacts short-term memory for specific reasons. Learn why PTSD causes short-term memory problems, how to deal with it and how to know if it gets serious. For many individuals with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), short-term memory loss is a significant concern. While working to calm and organize memories of trauma, individuals with PTSD may also struggle to recall simple, everyday information. Short-term memory loss can leave an individual with PTSD with concerns over deteriorating cognitive functioning, and uncertainty about just how much forgetfulness is reasonable and how much becomes a medical concern. How to Identify Short-Term Memory Loss from PTSD Short-term memory loss with PTSD results in symptoms we often label as forgetful. Have you ever forgotten if youve fed a pet, why you walked into a room, or if you took your medications? All of these are related to short-term memory. Short-term memory declines with age but is distinguishable from memory issues related to dementia by the type of information that is forgotten. With short-term memory, reminders can help you recall what you did or said, or it may come back to you later. With advancing dementia, the ability to recollect how to use everyday objects, the names of familiar people, and how to perform typical tasks such as buttoning a shirt can become impossible. PTSD, the Hippocampus, and Short-Term Memory The culprit involved with short-term memory challenges and PTSD is the hippocampus. The hippocampus is an organ in the brain that regulates emotions, stores long-term memories and helps us distinguish old memories from new. Studies of individuals with PTSD have found that PTSD damages the hippocampus, reducing it in volume by an average of eight percent. Not only does PTSD lead to flashbacks, anxiety and disjointed memories of traumatic events, PTSD also damages the brains ability to convert short-term memories into long-term memories. PTSD, SSRIs, and Short Term Memory There have been several studies on the impact of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), medications commonly prescribed to individuals with PTSD, on short-term memory loss. The results of these studies have varied from indicating that SSRIs actually may improve memory skills to demonstrating that SSRIs result in a loss of working memory skills in as little as two months after beginning the medication. While the verdict is still out on the potential for long-term damage to memory skills, there is enough evidence to discuss any concerns over how SSRIs may impact your memory with your doctor. How to Improve PTSD-Related Short-Term Memory Loss Here are a few simple strategies for improving your PTSD-related short-term memory doing. Take a few moments to rest and regroup when you find yourself frequently forgetful. It may help to jot down all of your concerns and set them aside to deal with later. Make notes for yourself, and keep them somewhere organized and easy to access. I made a mistake once of keeping some of my reminders on paper and others online. I was always missing something because I would fail to check both of my reminder lists. Take each task to completion with as little distraction as possible. If youre headed for the kitchen to get water, think about what glass to use, or how cold you want it. Pay attention to the little things so often done without thinking because were busy planning out the rest of the things we need to accomplish. If your concerns about your memory are impacting your ability to carry on with your regular daily routine, or if loved ones are expressing concerns over your recall, discuss your concerns with a healthcare professional. There are many other causes of short-term memory loss What great information there. Do you struggle with memory issues?
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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check In - Tuesday April 24th 2018
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 April 25th, 2018
...See more Good Morning Trauma Family, Today let's focus on naming our emotions and looking at what our triggers are. Identifying your triggers is the first step to healing from them. We all have emotional triggers. Someone rejecting you. Someone leaving you (or the threat that they will). Helplessness over painful situations. Someone discounting or ignoring you. Someone being unavailable to you. Someone giving you a disapproving look. Someone blaming or shaming you. Places can be triggering Smells can trigger us. People can be a trigger. Hearing certain sounds. Many things can trigger us. Especially when you have gone through a trauma. In the moment knowing what has put us into an altered state helps us deal with the events more gracefully. Knowing your emotions and dealing with the trigger in a positive manner is key. Once you know your triggers, you can consider the origins of them. If you identify with any of these, ask yourself what they might relate to from your childhood experiences. Only you can heal your triggers, so take a little time to go inside and make sure to be patient, kind and compassionate. Addiction or other self-destructive behaviors or habits are learned responses to environmental and emotional triggers. You can un-learn these responses and create new ones, thus building a healthier way of engaging with the world, your emotional landscape, and your family and friends. Because our responses to triggers usually occur at the subconscious level, and we are completely unaware of the firing and wiring we have created, we are doomed to repeat self-destructive behaviors until we identify our triggers. Physical We crave certain substances (food, sugar, alcohol, drugs, etc.) This happens because the emotional pain triggers our habitual way of indulging in some kind of physical activity that we are using to suppress the emotion or dull the pain. When it comes to physical reactions, it helps me to create space by doing something else, for example, taking a walk. For emotional reactions, it helps me to clearly communicate my feelings. Mostly I had to learn to understand my emotions, acknowledge them, and then give them a voice. Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. ~Viktor E. Frankl 1.What do you do to manage painful emotional experiences? 2. Have you been triggered lately? 3. Are there signs you might become triggered? 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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check In - Monday April 10th 2018
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 October 13th, 2018
...See more Happy Tuesday Everyone, This morning I would like to focus on Mindfulness. By bringing mindfulness to a situation Im focusing on the here and now. It's a way to put a skilful twist on your negative thoughts. Ive found that DBT has helped tremendously through my battles with trauma. Im reading a book which covers Mindfulness. I found this passage and thought this is why I meditate. In Mindful Magazine they wrote, Mindfulness helps us put some space between ourselves and our reactions, breaking down our conditioned responses. [https://www.mindful.org/meditation/mindfulness-getting-started/] While mindfulness is something we all naturally possess, its more readily available to us when we practice on a daily basis. Whenever you bring awareness to what youre directly experiencing via your senses, or to your state of mind via your thoughts and emotions, youre being mindful. And theres growing research showing that when you train your brain to be mindful, youre actually remodeling the physical structure of your brain. I love how the book Stronger Than BPD the girls guide to taking control of intense emotions drama & chaos using DBT. I love how the book sticks to the idea that you need to be more mindful and skilful of your actions.You are then able to skillfully choose the best outcome to reach your ultimate goal. How do you skillfully manage your emotions? What are ways you have learned to cope with mindfulness?
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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in Friday 19th Friday 2017
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 January 19th, 2018
...See more Good morning, Happy Friday, I thought we would read over a paper written by Keara423. The article is about Impulse Control Disorders. It's a wonderful read. Written by : keara423 From: 7 cups Impulse Control Disorders A largely ignored, cast-aside family of disorders that are faced quite commonly by people worldwide are Impulse Control Disorders, disorders that go largely underrepresented, even on mental health platforms such as this. People with these forms of disorders can feel alienated when people unaware come into contact with them. There is a significant amount of shame surrounding this subject, awareness is rarely spread, and not much work has put into preventing the stigma these people face. So, to prevent further harm to those in the community who suffer from said disorders, please read on to find out more about impulse control disorders. What are Impulse Control Disorders? Have you ever had an itch in public that you werent allowed to scratch? The sensation and tension of that itch built up over time and created stress until you seemingly couldnt take it anymore. When you finally itch that scratch, there is a euphoric relief that takes place. This is basically how an impulse control disorder feels. It is an urge to engage in an unusual behavior, an immense impulse so strong that most people who live with one of these disorders become unaware of how often they do it subconsciously or cannot get through the day without giving in- similar to a compulsion a person with OCD wants to maintain. 5 Stages of Behavior 1. Impulse - the urge emerges 2. Stress - the tension builds as time goes on 3. Happiness - giving into the compulsion 4. Relief - tension is alleviated 5. Guilt - shame that giving in took place, tension begins again Types of Impulse Control Disorders - Intermittent Explosive Sudden, regularly occurring, aggressive outbursts that can involve impulsive, violent, or angry behavior (domestic abuse, road rage, temper tantrums, etc.) These outbursts get in the way of regular life, tearing apart relationships, work opportunities, and yield significant consequences. These episodes usually occur with little to no warning and last upwards of 30 minutes in total. - Kleptomania Stealing continuously, uncontrollably, and repetitively, even when the object is not of value or use to the person. This can affect children from age 4 up to people who have reached adulthood and can get the person in serious legal and financial trouble if it is not addressed and treated. Kleptomaniacs experience mass amounts of guilt in most cases for what they have done and attempt to return items they have hoarded at home. This oftentimes leads to arrests. - Pyromania Purposeful fire-starting in order to achieve relief, gratification of an emotional or sexual nature, and a deep-seeded interest in fires in general. The pyromaniac is not an arsonist who may do it in fits of rebellion or for a gain of some kind- the act of setting the fires is simply an impulse they must fulfill to get relief. Pyromaniacs are very likely to also be suffering from depression. - Trichotillomania Involves the intentional pulling of hair in a repetitive fashion, resulting in an observable amount of hair loss. The hair loss usually results in social anxiety as they are ashamed of their appearance. This distress can also get in the way of relationships with others, work, and group outings. This is one of the most common impulse control disorders. - Pathological Gambling Gambling at a constant rate that regularly puts the person at risk. It becomes like an addiction of sorts and usually ends up tearing apart the persons relationships and finances. It commonly leads to divorce and bankruptcy. It is most prevalent in younger men primarily, but women who hold this disorder begin acting destructively faster. They are also likely to get into legal trouble because they will go much farther than the confines of the law in order to fund the gambling. Suicide attempts are very common among carriers. - Skin Picking Tissue is damaged as a result of picking skin off on a regular basis. Picking skin usually takes places for several hours each day and commonly occurs on the face, but is also commonly done to other sections of the body (chest, legs, hands, neck, etc). This creates scars and sometimes infections. People who pick their skin usually feel extremely scared and ashamed in social situations, truly repulsed by the way they look. - Compulsive Sexual Behavior Sexual impulses that take over a persons way of life, result in sexually deviant behavior, and become unable to be controlled. This one is extremely common compared to these other disorders and can result in the person getting into legal trouble. Pornography, fetishism, and using sex as a way to get through the day are common traits of this disorder. It can get them into financial trouble if they are hiring people to have sex with or purchasing lots of pornography. It can also be detrimental to their social life as others may see them as corrupt, gross, and dangerous which can sometimes cost them their job or end relationships that were once important to them. - Compulsive Shopping Though it isnt recognized officially as a disorder, it is technically seen as a type of impulse control issue. This is when a person constantly shops, usually making regrettable purchases that are not necessary or affordable. There is a certain relief it brings which turns into shame as the buyer realizes what they have done. Most of the items bought are returned or unused and leave the person in debt. The amount of shopping usually ends up hurting relationships as they may be using a partners money to buy things and financial troubles when too much money is spent. What causes these disorders? It may be caused by genetics, being raised around abuse or violence, and unbalanced serotonin levels. If the person has a family history of these disorders, is a trauma survivor, is young, or is male, they have a higher chance of having one of these disorders as well. It may also coexist with prior mental conditions that aggravate these disorders like depression, GAD, and OCD. How to help someone with an Impulse Control Disorder Once you are aware that someone has one of these disorders, make sure to support them emotionally through this challenging time. Be sure to remain non-judgemental no matter how crazy the problem may seem. Show them that you care through conversation, acknowledgment of their sorrow, and checking up on them regularly. Try to encourage this person to talk to engage in psychotherapy which will provide them ways to cope with their impulses. The most successful types of behavioral management may be habit reversal- a therapy which involves the person replacing their current impulse with a less harmful one, suggesting they see a psychiatrist to get medication that rectifies chemical imbalances that may be influencing their behavior, and placing said person in an impulse control facility so as to rehabilitate a person who is extremely out of control and needs to be surveilled and trained to function in society correctly again. Even giving their doctor a note or article about these disorders could be a great first step if the person is scared or unsure of how to start getting treatment. Support groups are also available online and locally if finances are an issue. Do you struggle with any of these issues? How can we cope with this disorder? Explain how it's affected your life?
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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in Friday 2017
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 January 2nd, 2018
...See more Hi Everyone, I'm so glad you're here this morning. One thing I really struggle with during the holidays is my anxiety. Getting into a pattern of rethinking your fears helps train your brain to come up with a rational way to deal with your anxious thoughts. Anxiety disorders can range from a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), which is intense worrying that you cant control, to panic disorder -- sudden episodes of fear, along with heart palpitations, trembling, shaking, or sweating. Stay in your time zone. Anxiety is a future-oriented state of mind. So instead of worrying about whats going to happen, reel yourself back to the present, says Tamar Chansky, Ph.D., a psychologist and author of Freeing Yourself from Anxiety. Ask yourself: Whats happening right now? Am I safe? Is there something I need to do right now? If not, make an appointment to check in with yourself later in the day to revisit your worries so those distant scenarios dont throw you off track, she says. Panic attacks can often make you feel like youre dying or having a heart attack. Remind yourself: Im having a panic attack, but its harmless, its temporary, and theres nothing I need to do, Chansky says. Plus, keep in mind it really is the opposite of a sign of impending death -- your body is activating its fight-or-flight response, the system thats going to keep you alive, she says. Fact-check your thoughts. People with anxiety often fixate on worst-case scenarios, Chansky says. To combat these worries, think about how realistic they are. Say youre nervous about a big presentation at work. Rather than think, Im going to bomb, for example, say, Im nervous, but Im prepared. Some things will go well, and some may not, she suggests. Getting into a pattern of rethinking your fears helps train your brain to come up with a rational way to deal with your anxious thoughts. Ask for a second opinion. Call or text a friend or family member and run through your worries with them, Chansky says. Saying them aloud to someone else can help you see them clearly for what they are. It can also help to write your fears on paper. Watch a funny video. This final tactic may be the easiest one yet: Cue up clips of your favorite comedian or funny TV show. Laughing is a good prescription for an anxious mind, Chansky says. Research shows that laughter has lots of benefits for our mental health and well-being; one study found that humor could help lower anxiety as much as (or even more than) exercise can. What works best for you? What's your anxiety feel like? Have you tried any new coping techniques lately?
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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in friday 23nd Friday 2017
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 December 23rd, 2017
...See more Hi Everyone Happy Friday!! How do we handle the stress of the holidays and family gatherings? Being prepared, taking breaks, being thankful, find joy in the simple things and setting goals. The first thing I do is put some activities together. For instance I have an adult coloring book, or stenciling or maybe a game you enjoy playing. You want an activity that can make you feel good and keep you distracted; If you start to feel anxiety. Try to bring along items that help calm you. Second, I let myself take breaks during the event. Go outside take a walk. Get away from the party and take a deep breath. Try not to leave for the whole party. I've done this. It's so easy to do. But try to stick out the party as long as you possibly can. Third, think up reasons why you are thankful for certain people at the party. Go ahead and let them know. A therapist at LifeLine suggested this activity. It helps you further bond with your friends and family. Forth, try to enjoy the simplest of things. Be excited for your favorite dessert. Being excited for the small things can help you get through an event. Envision the party as a task and your goal is to make it to the end of the party. Make up some goals. Such as eat dinner, step outside for a break. Another goal could be eat dessert and play a game with the family. This may help to keep your mind occupied. What's one activity that calms you down? Do you have a plan ready for when anxiety strikes?
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Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in Friday 8th Friday 2017
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 December 9th, 2017
...See more Happy Friday!, I wrote this for my blog. Due to positive reactions. I thought maybe we could talk about it in today's discussion. Four things to ask yourself while recovering from a mental health disorder. While researching I found four thought provoking questions: each question helps you to strengthen your mental health, your morals and your happiness. 1.Were you a person others can respect today? After someone has gone through a significant trauma the lines of right and wrong turn into a blurry grey. Some like myself, feel bouts of impulsivity. It's an uncomfortable urging feeling of not knowing what you're capable of. Heather A. Berlin, PhD, MPH and Eric Hollander, MDW writes The concept of impulsivity has many different aspects and definitions, but in general it covers a wide range of actions that are poorly conceived, prematurely expressed, unduly risky, or inappropriate to the situation and that often result in undesirable outcomes, or more simply put, a tendency to act prematurely and without foresight. Moeller and colleagues defined impulsivity as a predisposition toward rapid, unplanned reactions to internal or external stimuli without regard to the negative consequences of these reactions to the impulsive individual or to others. 2. If you were to relive today what are three things you could change to make today better? Asking ourselves to think in this positive way can be challenging. Forcing us to think more positively can help us focus on the good things. Change your thinking. Written by The PSYCHLOPAEDIA Team Positive psychology is not about being happy all of the time. It focuses on understanding an individuals strengths as well as their preferences, achievements, qualities, goals and hopes, and works to complement traditional therapy and treatment. Learn to live with your mental illness. With no cures for mental disorders, such as bipolar disorder, its important to focus on how you live with your condition. We want to manage these conditions and decrease the symptoms, Professor Murray says. These are problems that have to be carried rather than treated and we want to help people carry them more comfortably. 3. Did you make a positive impact on the world today? When it's hard to feel happiness I find myself volunteering to help others with mental health issues. Written by Joanne Fritz, Socially, the benefits to volunteering show up quickly and have long-term effects. Social interaction improves mental and physical health, according to Psychology Today. The benefits of consistent socializing include better brain function and lower risk for depression and anxiety. You also improve your immune system. Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, low self-esteem, and even Obsessive Compulsive Disorder have all been helped by volunteering. When people with OCD, PTSD, or anger management issues volunteer, they feel more connected to others. They have an increased sense of purpose. Connection and meaning translate to decreased symptoms and improved social function. 4. Did you experience any negative emotions today? As someone who suffers from Bipolar 2. It's important to keep a mental checklist of your moods. Especially the negative moods. By realizing your triggers your able to better maintain these moods. James Bishop explains why tracking your emotions is important. 1.Triggers and warning signs. By using a mood diary you can monitor the patterns in your life and identify negative influences (or triggers) that you need to avoid, and early warning signs that your health is deteriorating. 2. Wellness strategies. A mood diary can help you to find the small things, as well as the big, that help you to stay well. It can show you the impact of the positive strategies that you adopt on your well-being. 3. Planning for health. Optimism is a case in point. It is designed for a person to bring together an understanding of their triggers, early warning signs or symptoms, and wellness strategies. It gives them a better understanding of their health and helps them to develop a plan for remaining well. That is the key. The purpose of a mood diary should be to plan for wellness, not just keep a record of illness. 4. Actively participate. Rather than be a passive recipient of treatment, or just seek treatment in reaction to a new episode, a mood diary can help you to have more involvement in your health and a sense of control. In general people achieve better health outcomes when they educate themselves and are proactive about their health. 5. A health professionals dream. By keeping a mood diary you can provide your health professional with a precise, detailed history. It removes the problem of memory recall and gives an accurate picture of what has been happening. It gets to the bottom of what is or isnt working, which helps them to give more relevant, appropriate advice and treatment. What are some questions that you feel are important to ask yourself each day? Which question was the most helpful for you? Did you struggle with any of the questions? Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in
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Very empathetic and kind. Also willing to listen to and share difficult experiences.
You save lives, keep up, thank you
Thanks
Understanding
She is really nice
Great Listener
Great
Compassionate and kind. She is a really great person to talk to.
Friendly kind caring
Friendly understanding and kind
Great!!!
Simply the greatest. Relates very well and is fun to talk to.
Nice and great!
Thx
Very kind and patient. felt she actually understood how was feeling and offered good suggestions. Would recommend
Great listener. Relatable and helpful
Great
Thank you for listening
Just a nice human.
We need more listeners like her
Great
:)
super nice and friendly. Made me feel like I was talking to a friend
Truly amazing person truly cares about people heart of gold helped me in my time of need
Ty
I appreciate your time, thank you very much.
caring and very responsive
great chat
Nice person
Great response
great
i really think u are awesome. women are easier to talk to.
Truly amazing person truly cares for people helped me in my time of need
Very helpful.
She was great and helpful :)
kind and responsive!
Very insightful and positive listener.
Great support
Really great listener
Really wonderful and a pleasure to talk to!
She is being very very very helpful
Wonderful listener.
Thank you for understanding
She's nice
Very friendly.
Thank you for listening. :)
Very helpful person💟💟
She really listens and understands
Thank you for listening and the suggestions.
Amazing.
Honest
Supportive listener
she's really understanding and considerate and I feel like this will be a positive interaction.
awesome :D
Thank you
Very good to chat to, thank you
Amazing person truly helpful truly cares 4 people truly helpful
Great listener
she is nice
good
Very friendly, kept my mind off things for a short while. Thank you
Good suggestions!
very nice good listener
Excellent listener - very helpful and caring
Very nice person
Good so far.
Good listener
Extremely helpful. Truly kind and a great listener.
Very kind and compassionate listener, cared about my problems and listened to me without judgement, but with useful insight.
Thanks!
Very kind and helpful. Great at listening and being empathetic. :)
She is great
great kind listener
Pretty good
She gave me a very good piece of advice. Acceptance
She is a very good listener!
A very compassionate listener.
fantastic :)
Nice person
Good support
Thanks
very wise and friendly
Thanks.
Kind and understanding. Thank you for hearing me. Excellent listener.
Great personality
Was encouraging.
Not what I was expecting in help, but it felt good to talk to someone
Awsome and helpful
Kind and carring great listener
This listener really understands PTSD and can empathize with you. It really helped to talk with someone who "gets it"; made me feel less alone, or like I'm going crazy. She also has some good suggestions for dealing with PTSD-related anxiety.
Friendly!
Very easy to converse with!
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