Overview Journaling is one method of helping people cope with any key in of traumatic event. Physically, journaling can make a difference as well, reducing body tension and restoring focus. In addition, we are learning thattraumatic eventsmay lead not just to post-traumatic stress, but to post-traumatic growth. Gianni Diliberto/Caiaimage/Getty Images Before You Begin Before journaling, find a notebook and a favorite pen. You may want to think about where you will keep your journal between writings....

What Is Ketamine Infusion Used For? Ketamine infusions may also help with acute suicidalityor chronic suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911. Terry Vine / Getty Images For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. Someone who is suicidal does not have the luxury of waiting several weeks for a medicine to kick in. The glutamate leads the brain to form new connections and repair damaged ones, increasing its adaptability....

When we think about the learning process, we often focus only on learning that is immediately obvious. We teach a rat to run through a maze by offering food as a reward for correct responses. We train a student to raise their hand in class by offering praise for the appropriate behaviors. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images But not all learning is immediately apparent. Sometimes learning only becomes evident when we need to utilize it....

Hisresearchis the longest-lasting longitudinal study ever conducted. His work contributed to the understanding of how intelligence influences life success, health, and outcomes. While few of his peers studied past the 8th-grade, Terman was both bookish and ambitious. His early experiences were perhaps what fueled his later passion for studying intelligence and giftedness. He then went on to earn a BA and MA from Indiana University at Bloomington in 1903. In 1905, he earned his Ph....

Music can be a source of pleasure and contentment, but there are many other psychological benefits as well. Music can relax the mind, energize the body, and help people manage pain better. Some research even suggests that your taste in music can provide insight intodifferent aspects of your personality. Eternity in an Instant / Getty Images At a Glance Listening to music isn’t just enjoyableit’s good for you, too! Consider choosing instrumental tracks rather than those with complex lyrics, which might end up being more distracting....

How long do manic episodes last when someone is cycling? What about depression episode length? A change or “mood swing” can last for hours, days, weeks, or even months. Verywell / Cindy Chung Generally, a manic episode can last from seven days up to several months. Depressive episodes last from two weeks to several months and are usually longer in duration than manic episodes. At a Glance Each person’s experience of bipolar disorder is different....

Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images What should I know about Seroquel withdrawal symptoms? Quetiapine, also known by its brand nameSeroquel, belongs to a class of medications called antipsychotics. It is widely prescribed for a variety of approved and off-label uses includinganxiety,psychosis,insomnia, anddepression. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images It has mood-stabilizing properties, so it is sometimes used for the treatment ofbipolar disorderor mood lability. Some of these symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, or restlessness....

Sugar Withdrawal Symptoms Reducing sugar intake can lead to mental and physical withdrawal symptoms. Sugar withdrawal symptoms can be unpleasant, and cravings can sometimes lead tobinge-eating behaviors. Binge-eating can be part of a vicious cycle of sugar dependence and withdrawal. Nusha Ashjaee After a binge, people often feel guilt and shame,also sometimes feeling depressed and angry. To make themselves feel better, they eat more sugar to get endorphins flowing again....

When misused, alcohol can do as much (or even more) overall harm as many illegal drugs. People who misuse alcohol also risk developing physical and psychological dependence andalcohol use disorder(AUD). How Long Does It Take to Feel Effects? Verywell / Joshua Seong it’s possible for you to start to feel the effects of alcohol in a matter of minutes. Other signs ofalcohol intoxicationinclude: How Long Does Alcohol Last? For most people, alcohol is absorbed into the system more rapidly than it is metabolized....

How Long Does Ativan Stay in Your System? Ativan is a benzodiazepine, which means that it has sedative and hypnotic effects. Ativan can be given as a tablet, liquid concentrate, or by injection. Wavebreakmedia / Getty Images The different routes have different timetables for when they take effect. How Long Does Ativan Last? This drug is metabolized primarily by the liver. It is then eliminated by the kidneys, through the urine....

What Does Effexor Withdrawal Feel Like? When decreasing or stopping an antidepressant, a neurochemical change takes place in the brain. Others report the sensation spreads out to other parts of the body. Verywell / JR Bee There is no current evidence that suggests that brain shivers or brain zaps represent any danger. Although rare, stopping Effexor on your own can result in severe and frightening reactions. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911....

Hydrocodone is a semi-synthetic opioid that works like codeine to relieve moderate pain. It is often prescribed in combination with other compounds in products likeVicodinor Lortab, which contain hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Hydrocodone can lead to physical dependence, which means people can experience hydrocodone withdrawal when they quit taking it. Illustration by Cindy Chung, Verywell Hydrocodone withdrawal usually lasts about five to seven days. Dont be discouragedthere are ways to break the vicious cycle in which you feel trapped....

Typically, ADHD medication falls into two categories: stimulants and non-stimulants. Non-stimulants can take days or weeks until their full therapeutic effect is felt. What is the most important information I should know about ADHD medication? Treatment for ADHD involves several components, but medication is often an essential part of the plan for many kids and adults with ADHD. Understanding how stimulants work is helpful.Hero Images/Getty Images They act on thecentral nervous systemand increase the number of certain neurotransmitters in the brain....