Health and Healing Dealing with Trauma and Addictions
Hello, welcome to the podcast of health and healing in the areas of addiction and abuse, with Michael. My passion and interest started with becoming aware that many of us have childhood traumas that we carry into our adult lives, but we didn't have them addressed or never acknowledged that we had an addiction or a mental illness. Some of the abuses, we suffered were slight or verbal that we just wrote off, other abuses were kept in secret for many years. Now we want to expose those lie-based beliefs, through tools and partnering with the Holy Spirit to help us heal those traumas and Illnesses to become whole. Hurt people hurt people, so we must seek ways to heal so that we can assist others in their healing processes. Disclaimer: * I am not a doctor or professional therapist. However, I am licensed and an ordained Minister, who's interest was piqued as it related to my personal journey and struggles with addictions and abuses that found their way into every aspect of my life unknowingly. God knows I'm a work in progress. Come along as we heal together.
Health and Healing Dealing with Trauma and Addictions
Signs of Cutting and Self Mutualization
it's helpful for you to be familiar with the signs of cutting. Cutting can become a dangerous habit that’s hard to stop without help. Unfortunately, most teens try to hide cutting, so signs may not be obvious.
Try not to overreact if you think your teen is cutting. We know it’s upsetting, but cutting and self-harm are signs teens aren’t coping well with stress and other emotions.
Ask about the cuts. Teens typically try to hide cutting due to shame and embarrassment. Even so, most teens are relieved when their secret is exposed. If you notice cuts or scars on your teen’s body, don’t be afraid to ask about them.
Try to be patient. It may take time to completely stop cutting. Set a good example. Remember, your teen looks to you as an example of how to handle challenging emotions and stress. by all means, seek help for your family.
Anxiety can trigger depression and other behavioral, physical, and mental health issues. It is especially hard if you are dealing with other personal, work, relationship, or family-related issues. Please be aware that it is okay to ask for help.