Month: April 2018

ADHD is a Family Issue

Apr 29, 2018

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by

Laurie

in ADHD, Asperger’s, Autism, Children’s issues, Depression, Mental Health, OCD, ODD, Teens

When a member of a family is struggling with something, it often the case that the entire family struggles. Things can be challenging for the person who has ADHD, but the family is also required to make all kinds of adjustments to make life work for everyone. From getting up and getting out the door…
How Horses Help with Mental Health Issues

Apr 26, 2018

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by

Laurie

in Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Asperger’s, Autism, Bipolar, Children’s issues, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief, Mental Health, OCD, ODD, Other challenges, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Schizophrenia, Seniors Program, Sensory processing issues, Team Building, Teens, The horses

Slowly but surely, all across the world, more and more people are coming to understand the unique way that work with horses can help those struggling with social, emotional, behavioral and mental health issues, find a path to healing and happiness. In this story/news clip from ABC New South Wales, Psychologist Sam Tassini talks about…
New PTSD Study Highlights Potential Benefits of Certain Therapies

Apr 22, 2018

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by

Laurie

in Addiction, Anxiety Disorders, Children’s issues, Depression, Mental Health, PTSD, Teens

We are always looking for research that supports the long term benefits of given therapeutic interventions. In this study, reported in ScienceDaily, it is reported “Both civilians and military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) reap long-term benefits from psychotherapies used for short-term treatment, according to a new study from Case Western Reserve University”. The…
An Exciting Look at What CAN be Done to be Inclusive

Apr 19, 2018

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by

Laurie

in Asperger’s, Autism

The number of people diagnosed as being on the autism spectrum has increased significantly. We must find ways to help these individuals lead healthy, happy lives. This starts with providing early intervention services, but is really a lifelong process of creating situations where they can find inclusion and are able to reach their highest potential.…
Veterans Benefit From Partnering With Horses

Apr 13, 2018

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by

Laurie

in Addiction, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar, Depression, Grief, Mental Health, PTSD

It is so promising to see someone who believes in the healing power of horses investing in providing concrete evidence for all to see! We see it in the work we do. Not just with Vets, but with kids, teens and adults who have come out of traumatic home situations. They are/have been in foster…
Not Everyone Experience Depression in the Same Way

Apr 10, 2018

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by

Laurie

in Addiction, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief, Mental Health, PTSD

My guess is, that when most people think of ‘depression,’ they think of overwhelming sadness and perhaps grief, but this is not how everyone with dealing with depression feels. For many people it is an inner deadness to all feelings. No joy. No sorrow. Nothing. Like trying to experience life while wrapped in bubble wrap.…
Anxiety and Friendship

Apr 8, 2018

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by

Laurie

in Anxiety Disorders, Asperger’s, Bipolar, Depression, Eating Disorders, Mental Health, PTSD, Teens

Anxiety can cascade into so many different areas of someone’s life. Yes, people may feel anxious about all kinds of things and this anxiety may keep them from doing things, even things that they may enjoy. But it can be even more complicated. When someone stops doing the things they usually do, they may also…
What Lies Ahead for Those on the Spectrum

Apr 2, 2018

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by

Laurie

in Asperger’s, Autism, Children’s issues, Teens

It is a wonderful thing that we now have so many great interventions for kids on the spectrum. We have learned a lot and now at a very early age, kids on the autism spectrum are receiving lots of services that can help them move towards integration into more neuro-typical situations. Even in our schools…