Jackson House Blog

Stress is a normal part of life, and it isn’t always bad for you if it’s managed appropriately. Unfortunately, it’s common in our busy society to expose ourselves to too much stress, which can quickly become unhealthy.

Being exposed to excessive news, particularly bad news, can be overwhelming while negatively impacting a person’s mental health. For some people, bad news makes them feel an impending sense of doom. Bad news can also cause anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Whether the assault happened last week or two years ago, sexual assault survivors can continue to feel the impact on their mental health as if the attack happened that day. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a sexual assault, know that you are not alone in feeling these effects.

Practicing mental wellness can go a long way in helping improve our mental health. At times, though, it might not be enough to help us get better. That’s why it’s important to recognize when we need to seek professional help, like therapy or medication.

Trauma-informed care is a therapeutic approach that asks, "What happened to you?" rather than "What's wrong with you?" This adjusts the emphasis from victim-blaming to recognizing the individual as a survivor.

Medication can be helpful in the treatment of a wide range of mental health conditions. In some circumstances, medication is necessary for the treatment of co-occurring illnesses since it can alleviate symptoms and assist patients in avoiding relapses of a mental health condition.

Caregivers' responsibilities can be exhausting and overwhelming. Although caring for a loved one who requires your support can help them with their mental health struggles, it can also cause caregiver burnout if you take on more than you can reasonably handle.

Although the phrases inpatient and residential rehab are frequently used interchangeably, these two types of programs are quite distinct.

If you are self-harming, know that you are loved, needed, wanted, and appreciated. If you think someone around you is self-harming, reach out for help.

As the caretaker and someone who loves those around you, it can be exhausting to help them work through their challenges. Helping others often requires you to feel some of their pain, empathize with what they are going through, and feel their struggles.