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As a therapist, you probably speak with your clients about the importance of self-care. Everyone needs to take active measures to stay physically, mentally and emotionally healthy. Therapists especially know how critical self-care is for their clients. Self-care is just as important for you, too.
Losing a pet is one of the most difficult and painful hardships in life. The love between a person and their pet is unconditional, and the joy we get from caring for our pets is unmatched. Most people find that the experience of loving a
Balancing life and work is one of the most common concerns for therapists. Although a passion for the mental health field is necessary for your success in your career, you shouldn’t feel like your work consumes your entire life. Letting your professional responsibilities take over
Most seniors have experienced at least one traumatic event, and many show signs of PTSD. Trauma is unfortunately common, but experiencing a traumatic event doesn’t mean you’re hopeless. With help and support from others, PTSD is a manageable condition. If you or an elderly
Therapists have a tough, emotionally-demanding job. Mental health professionals enter the field because they want to help others improve their lives, but this means that they work daily with people who are experiencing difficult life experiences. Unfortunately, secondary trauma is common among people who work
Just like with physical health, staying in good emotional health takes work. Emotional and psychological wellbeing in aged care requires positive lifestyle choices, good coping skills, and a strong support network. You can take small steps every day to stay emotionally healthy and happy as
Telehealth was instrumental in helping people maintain their medical services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although not all healthcare services can be provided remotely, many, including therapy, are effective through video calls. Medicare patients who benefited from telehealth in recent months have felt concerned about
Mental illness is common in seniors, but it may go overlooked. Friends and family of an older adult struggling with a mental health disorder may notice the change in mood or behavior, but they might believe it’s a normal part of aging. Mental illnesses
Stress is sometimes a normal part of life. Seniors may experience stress when they go through a major transition which causes a dramatic change in daily life. Health concerns, loss of loved ones and financial worries are all common causes of stress in older adults.
Burnout affects therapists when there’s an imbalance in the amount of care given to others and the amount of care given to oneself. When you give so much of your time and energy to others, you may forget to check in with yourself about your