Category Archives: PTSD

PTSD can effect a person’s ability to correctly read social cues

There is interesting new research that indicates that those living with PTSD have difficulty reading facial expressions, an important component in social interactions. In our work with horses we are able to focus on the non-verbal cues that horses use … Continue reading

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This info could be helpful to all parents of special needs kids…

This online event hosted by Autism Speaks is something I think all parents of special needs kids could benefit from.  “Fighting” the school system can be so frustrating! You need to know your rights and how to make the system work … Continue reading

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A very moving discussion about profound loss and childhood trauma

I’m sorry that I have not figured out how to give you the link right to this clip, but the website for Dr. Cheryl Erwin’s commentary on NPR will get you where you need to be to hear this really … Continue reading

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Parents, you need to take action if your children are being bullied!

I am proud of our Governor for signing a bill outlining the actions that must be taken to protect our children from bullies. This article provides some of the details. NOW PARENTS, EDUCATORS AND CARE GIVERS, the ball is in … Continue reading

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Vets with PTSD and Mustangs

This program teams up Vets PTSD and rescued mustangs to help both heal. Both have been traumatized and need to find a way back to a rich and full life. There work together can be so powerful. We encourage anyone … Continue reading

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Little do we know the damage we do…

Kids may not be as resilient as we think. The fact is that exposure to abuse or neglect increases (meaningfully) the risk of developing both physical and mental health issues later in life. This article shares some of the new findings. … Continue reading

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Children in families dealing with PTSD

We are so on board with the need to offer children of our Vets with ways to deal with the PTSD that will very likely become a part of their lives. This article talks about why this is so important. … Continue reading

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When we punish ourselves for our mental health issues

This article talks about the stigma of mental illness and how we can even turn this against ourselves. As if struggling with the issues is not challenging enough! We work with children, teens, adults and even seniors, dealing with a … Continue reading

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The cost of war on female soldiers

This LA Times article looks at the recent findings that woman are more susceptible to PTSD. We need to offer resources for our returning vets to find a way to healing. Equine Therapy is a powerful intervention in the treatment … Continue reading

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The families suffer too – Equine Therapy can help

Not surprisingly, at lease not to me, the children of deployed service men and woman are paying the price. This article looks at the increased rate of mental health issues. We need to show our support for those risking their … Continue reading

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