This article was originally published on MFed and written by Tristen Wendland, MS, LPC. When you hear the acronym PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) most think of combat war veterans. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a fairly new term. In WWI and WWII it was referred to as shell shock or combat fatigue. The term…
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It’s Monday—again! You wake up to another busy day of worrying how you’ll manage juggling work, family and personal commitments. As the day progresses, stress begins to take its toll, and you feel overwhelmed. Don’t worry! There’s a simple solution. Focusing a few minutes every day on enhancing your mental wellbeing can increase your resilience…
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What do counselors, psychologists, and social workers all have in common? Each are a part of the large community of helping professions. A helping profession is a job focused on providing timely care, support, advocacy, and outreach to others in need with the intent to improve a part or the overall well-being of an individual….
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Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) are at risk of experiencing trauma due to mental and emotional injury from a variety of causes. If you have experienced such trauma, you may find that your relationships are impacted. Consider these strategies to protect and manage your closest relationships and all that are important to you….
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The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) provides care and services for military families with special needs – whether that is an adult or child. The program has served over 55,000 Army EFMP family members across a total of 32 locations within and outside of the continental U.S. In this Q&A with Magellan Federal senior program…
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Within the fascinating experience that is life, change is a continual occurrence, and an example of ongoing change is that which is experienced through loss. Humans experience loss in many ways, commonly through the death of a loved one or the end of a relationship. A key component of loss is grief. Grief is a…
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Tonie Powell doesn’t think of herself as the average operations office manager, but rather thinks of her position as the heartbeat of the company. Powell is based at the headquarters of Magellan’s federal office in Arlington, Virginia, where she manages all office operations. From supporting the leadership team, assisting with facility renovations, sending cards for…
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Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging, but with the right mindset and preparation, it can also be a fulfilling experience. With May being Military Appreciation Month, we spoke to three veterans, Amber Rodgers (Maj.), Angela Burd (MSG), and Jerome Simmons (SGM), about their experiences transitioning to civilian life and how their military…
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