Over the past 20 years, treating the effects of trauma has become a priority in many of our county’s social services including: children and youth, drug and alcohol, the elderly, and mental health. Increased discussion on trauma has been impacted by decreased stigma,...
Working in victim services with the senior population in Montgomery County, I’ve been able to observe the devastating effects that victimization, including past and present abuse and trauma, has on the brain as we age. Victimization ranges in actions including...
Holidays often remind us of our warmest memories of family, childhood, and togetherness. This time of year can be full of joyous celebration—but it can also trigger painful memories and negative interactions with family while others seemingly have a perfect holiday....
Today is International Volunteer Day. It probably wouldn’t take much to convince you that volunteering is a good thing; it helps people in need, benefits worthwhile causes, and improves communities. But the benefits to volunteering don’t stop there. Volunteering and...
