Parental Alienation Defined Parental alienation is not abandonment or protecting a child from abuse; it is a form of psychological abuse. It... more

What is Defensiveness? Defensiveness occurs when individuals feel emotionally or psychologically unsafe, leading them to put up barriers in communication. It can... more

Understanding Psychodynamics and Safety The presentation begins with a focus on psychodynamics, particularly how early experiences of trauma impact one’s sense... more

Types of Trauma in Childhood Childhood trauma can be intentional (abuse, neglect) or unintentional (caregivers unable to meet the child's needs... more

Introduction to Anxiety Relief Strategies Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes presents 20 strategies to help alleviate anxiety, focusing on individualized approaches based on... more

Trauma vs. Traumatic Injury Trauma is an event that causes a sense of helplessness and horror. Traumatic injury refers to the... more

Introduction to Neurostimulation in Recovery Neurostimulation techniques, like vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), have been researched for their role in treating neurological... more

Defining Boundaries Boundaries are behaviors that communicate what we will and will not tolerate from others. Think of boundaries as a door... more

Introduction to Stimulants Stimulants affect the neurological system by altering neurotransmitter levels. Key neurotransmitters impacted include dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, GABA, glutamate, and... more

Definition of Boundaries Boundaries in relationships are like a house: you choose who enters and how far they can go. Just like... more