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What is Gratituding and How To Do It 0

Discover the art of 'Gratituding'. Learn the benefits of intentional gratitude and find inspiration to cultivate a positive mindset in your daily life.

Ann Silvers
Tags: emotional intelligence happiness Positive Inspiring Quotes relationship skills

What Does Support for Men Abused by Women Look Like? References and Supplements 0

This post contains references and supplemental information for my October 2023 presentation at the International Conference on Men and Abuse: An Academic-Community Approach.

The title of my presentation: What Does Support for Men Who Are Abused by Women Look Like?

Ann Silvers

7 Ways Women Abuse Men 0

I created this blog post to curate others that detail abuse of men by women. I'll include links to posts that talk about what various forms of partner abuse look like when it is a wife or girlfriend abusing her husband or boyfriend (or ex). I'll also point you toward other posts on related topics such as why some women abuse their male partners.

Ann Silvers

Guilt v Shame: What's the Difference? 0

Shame, guilt, and regret are emotional siblings that help point out where we’re going wrong. They have the potential to make your life better and better. They also have the potential of weighing you down.

Part of being human is making mistakes. The question isn’t whether you’ll make mistakes. The question is: what will you do with your mistakes?

This post will help you put your mistakes into perspective and turn associated guilt or regret into tools for upleveling your life. It will also help you let go of shame that binds you.

Ann Silvers
Tags: depression emotional intelligence self-esteem and self-confidence stress

Paternal Postpartum Depression in Men: What You Need to Know 1

Postpartum depression in men is a real and often overlooked issue. Discover the signs, symptoms, and valuable resources in this helpful guide.

Ann Silvers
Tags: depression men's health

Military Service Toxic Exposure: Mental Health Risks 1

The men and women who serve in our military make a multitude of sacrifices. Even when not involved directly in combat, they are often exposed to many health risks and dangers that those in the civilian world rarely face. These risks are not only physical but also come in the form of exposure to toxic substances which have been found to affect mental health.

Although underreported, conditions such as anxiety, phobias, and PTSD can develop as a consequence of toxic exposure. To facilitate a greater understanding of this phenomenon, this article will explore the link between military service, toxic exposure, and the development of depression, anxiety, phobias, and PTSD and the mechanisms that increase the likelihood of experiencing such mental health conditions.