Trauma Informed Care

What are the 5 Principles of Trauma Informed Care?

The Foundation for Effective Mental Health and Addiction Treatment

Do you know what the 5 principles of trauma informed care are? In this article, we explore all of the aspects of trauma informed care. By the end of this article, you'll have a good understanding of what are the 5 principles...

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What is PTS

What is PTS?

Understanding Post Traumatic Stress (PTS)

Even if you haven't personally experienced trauma, you've probably heard of the mental health condition known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, you may not know that post-traumatic stress (PTS) is a different form of this mental illness. So, what is PTS? PTS is a normal reaction...

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Signs of Repressed Childhood Trauma in Adults

Signs of Repressed Childhood Trauma in Adults

Knowing When to Seek Help for Unresolved Childhood Trauma

Childhood trauma is a complex and sensitive issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, it is often overlooked or ignored, which can exacerbate its damaging consequences. Studies show that the signs of repressed childhood trauma in adults are quite prevalent:...

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Journal Prompts for Addiction Recovery

Journal Prompts for Addiction Recovery

How to Make the Most of an Addiction Recovery Journal

When you start your recovery journey, you will likely find that you have a whole toolbox of new coping skills to implement. One of the best options in the addiction recovery process is journaling because it allows you to reflect on...

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Long Term Effects of Bulimia

Long Term Effects of Bulimia

What This Eating Disorder Can Do to Your Health Long-Term

Eating disorders are insidious and many people have a hard time putting their finger on the exact moment that they began. Bulimia nervosa is characterized by binging and purging behaviors, but self-induced vomiting can lead to long-term consequences for your health....

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Eating Disorder Test

Eating Disorder Test

Getting Answers About Mental Health and Eating Habits

You may be asking yourself, “Do I really need to take a test for an eating disorder”? The answer may well be yes – if you think you might have an eating disorder or are experiencing any of the symptoms associated with one,...

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SMART Recovery Meetings

SMART Recovery Meetings

SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) is an effective alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). In this treatment modality, participants learn techniques that enable them to continue progressing in their recovery. While we also support 12 step recovery, the team at Icarus Behavioral Health embraces SMART Recovery as an evidence-based...

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