Suicide and fatal drug overdoses leave behind a trail of grief. This grief can be intense and long-lasting. It can also lead to serious mental health issues. These issues can include posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and prolonged grief (PG). PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. PG is a type...
Childhood trauma can leave lasting scars on a person's mental health. These scars can show up in the form of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) symptoms. CPTSD symptoms can be debilitating and long-lasting. Researchers have found a strong link between these symptoms and childhood maltreatment. But there's a debate. Some researchers think one specific...
PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a serious issue that can affect anyone who has gone through a traumatic event. Kids are no exception. In fact, many children who experience trauma don't get the help they need because their symptoms go unnoticed. This is a big problem, especially in places like child psychiatry clinics where kids should be getting the care ...
Deep breathing, meditation, and self-awareness aren't always the happy journey we hope for Teens. Some teenagers know firsthand that these techniques in the MBPs can backfire. Past traumas and ongoing post-traumatic stress can cause more harm than good. The meditative journey of some teens takes a troubled path. Symptoms of past traumas do...
Ever wondered what a well-known figure thinks about cannabis? Meet Joe Rogan, the host of The Joe Rogan Experience. He's not just a podcast star, but also a strong supporter of cannabis legalization. Rogan uses his massive platform to talk openly about the benefits of marijuana. He believes people should have the freedom to choose whether or not to use cannabis, just...
On January 1st, Army Master Sergeant Matthew Livelsberger, a decorated Green Beret, took his own life after leaving a note blaming his actions on hopelessness and despair. Before this tragic event, he had planned a highly publicized attack using a Tesla Cybertruck filled with fireworks and gas canisters outside the Las Vegas Trump Tower hotel. The incident has reigni...
In October 2022, Seoul's Itaewon district saw a horrifying crowd crush incident, leaving many lives lost and countless injured. Such events often trigger serious mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A team of researchers set out to explore the mental well-being of Koreans six months after this tragic event and iden...
On Wednesday, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The driver, Matthew Alan Livelsberger, a decorated combat veteran, died in the blast. Seven others were injured. Livelsberger, who was struggling with PTSD, left behind letters expressing his political views. He wanted Democrats removed from the military and government. He a...
Ever wondered how traumatic events might lead to heart disease? Researchers have been digging into this question by looking at how our genes might connect these two conditions. When people deal with traumatic events, they can develop Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which includes stuff like flashbacks and feeling constantly on edge. And guess what? Having PTSD ...
Matthew Livelsberger, a former soldier from Colorado, faced numerous challenges after his military service. His ex-girlfriend, Alicia Arritt, revealed that he dealt with concussions, back injuries, depression, and likely post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). After years of silence, he suddenly contacted her in late December, hinting at a troubled mind. Livelsberger ...