Cognitive behavioral therapy can train the mind to cultivate positive perspectives, stay in the present, find peace in anxious times. It takes dedication though as well as effort, and time. You don’t need to learn these techniques from a therapist. There is a multitude of literature available both online and in print which offers CBT techniques...
Finding our people after a complete quadriplegic diagnosis isn't always easy. Most people aren't going to understand our level of limitation. But there is no hierarchy to suffering. Many people understand trauma and sadness and have found ways to cope that they want to share. Whether it is peers in the community of spinal cord injury, disability or...
The results of psychological therapy tend to last longer than those produced by treating with medication and don’t produce harmful side effects like many psych medications do.
Quadriplegia happened to you, but your family’s lives may have been turned upside down, too. Family members who provide a lot of care are especially at risk for depression and anxiety.
Post traumatic growth refers to the positive psychological change some people experience after a traumatic event, involving deeper appreciation for life, stronger relationships, recognizing personal strength, new possibilities, and spiritual shifts, often alongside or after symptoms of distress like PTSD. It's about finding meaning and...
“Always have something to look forward to. Next fishing trip, next baseball game, next visit from the granddaughter.” David, C 6
“Stay busy and help others. A lot of times helping other people helps us get out of our own head. I have never volunteered and left feeling worse than when I showed up.” Ethan C 3-4
“I live by, “power of positive thinking” and “law of attraction”. I write stand up, making jokes about my new life. [It] lessens the pain and anger of adjusting. Find positive outlets and find positive people to surround yourself! It’s not the speed of recovery, it’s the getting there!” Isaac, C 6-7
