Next Step Blog
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Here at Next Step, we’re extremely passionate about helping you live a better life! Mental health is important for every person at every stage of life.
That’s why we work hard to create courses, videos, books, and other resources to encourage you to take the Next Step toward positive mental health. But if you’re struggling or going through a crisis, asking for professional help is a great idea – and you can do it now! In the meantime, if you read through our blog, you might be pleasantly surprised by the guidance, tips, and strategies from our providers. After all, one step in the right direction is a step in the right direction.
Adoption and Loss
All orphaned children have experienced traumatic loss on some level. When dealing with and trying to understand loss, it is essential for parents and caregivers of kids from “hard places” (i.e., kids who have experienced neglect, abuse, trauma) to understand the psycho-social issues associated with the loss of a parent or caregiver. It is common for kids who have experienced traumatic loss to...
Learn MoreAn Introduction to PTSD
If you have experienced a life-threatening event which caused you to feel horrified, terrified, and/or helpless you are not alone. The painful…
Learn MoreADHD in High Functioning Adults
by Brian Briscoe, M.D.July 1, 2015 ADHD, ADHD in Adults, ADHD in Children and Adolescents, Brian Briscoe Blog, Mental Health0 comments
One common fallacy about ADHD is that high functioning adults can’t possibly have ADHD. Many people assume that adults with ADHD are incapable of…
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