trauma counseling

When to Seek Trauma Counseling

Traumatic events can follow you through your daily life if they are not properly processed. Many traumatic events occur daily, such as the grief of losing a loved one, experiencing a natural disaster, or being a victim of violence. Because these events happen so often, it is important to have proper coping mechanisms. But sometimes,…

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How to Embrace National Counseling Awareness Month

National counseling awareness month is a time to seek advocacy if you struggle with a mental health disorder. This time of the year offers many opportunities to participate in the community to show your support of counseling and seek help from counseling efforts. Most importantly, it is a time to embrace counseling as an effort…

adult mental health

The Importance of Adult Mental Health Treatment

A mental health disorder can affect every aspect of your life, including your relationships, employment, and self-care routines. These struggles can worsen over time, as well. If you have been struggling with a mental health disorder, you know how hard it can be to find the right care to suit your needs. However, with Harmony…

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Physical Effects of Xanax Withdrawal

Alprazolam, or Xanax, is the most commonly prescribed benzodiazepine, a prescription drug class that produces a sedative effect. Xanax is a fast-acting drug mainly used to treat insomnia, anxiety disorders, and panic disorders effectively. GABA is a neurotransmitter that suppresses the activity of nerves. Xanax works by amplifying the effects of GABA to reduce the…

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A Breakdown of 12-Step and Non-12-Step Programs

Perhaps the most well-known form of addiction and mental health treatment is the 12-step program. However, many people struggling with drug or alcohol addiction don’t really understand what 12-step programs are really about before they begin recovery. Often, individuals have or are exposed to many conflicting views and opinions. It may seem that the advice…

a woman experiences ecstasy's effect on the brain

What Does Ecstasy Do to the Brain?

MDMA is a designer drug commonly referred to as ecstasy. Since its creation, it has caused controversy. The drug started as a possible therapeutic tool but quickly evolved into a wildly popular and frequently abused party drug. Yet, this drug has been re-approached over the last few years and re-appraised for its therapeutic benefits. Today,…