by Haley Snipes | Jun 1, 2026
Schizophrenia spectrum disorders encompass a range of mental health conditions that affect a person’s thinking, feeling, and behavior, often distorting their perception of reality. While schizophrenia is the most recognized condition within this group, the spectrum also includes brief psychotic disorder, schizophreniform disorder, delusional disorder, and schizotypal personality disorder. Despite their varying symptoms and durations, these disorders share common features such as delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, abnormal motor behavior, and negative symptoms, impacting individuals differently and requiring tailored approaches to treatment and management.
by Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes | May 27, 2026
After a relapse, addressing the Abstinence Violation Effect and implementing the DREAM framework can allow clinicians to provide compassionate, effective care that empowers clients to reclaim their autonomy and stabilize their recovery.
by Haley Snipes | Feb 19, 2025
Attachment disorders significantly impact individuals, particularly children, shaping their emotional responses and behaviors. These disorders, primarily Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED), stem from early childhood experiences that fail to meet the child’s basic needs for comfort, stimulation, and affection. Understanding these disorders is crucial for providing appropriate support and treatment.
by Haley Snipes | Feb 16, 2025
In the struggle against addiction and mental health issues, understanding relapse is crucial for recovery. Relapse refers to the recurrence of behavior that one has attempted to stop, encompassing both the use of addictive substances and the behaviors associated with mental health disorders like depression and anxiety.
by Haley Snipes | Jan 31, 2025
Imagine you’re walking through life carrying an invisible backpack. For most people, this backpack might be filled with a mix of good and challenging experiences, each adding a certain weight. But for those grappling with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), this backpack is laden with heavy stones, each representing prolonged, repetitive trauma that was inescapable and horrifying. Unlike PTSD, which can arise from a single event, C-PTSD stems from enduring trauma over an extended period, making the journey through life significantly more burdensome.
by Haley Snipes | Jan 28, 2025
Imagine you’re walking through a dense forest, where every shadow and sound could be a hidden danger. This is what living with PTSD can often feel like, except the forest is your mind, and the shadows are memories from the past. PTSD is like a mental injury that occurs after experiencing or witnessing a deeply traumatic event. The brain, in its attempt to protect you, may react in ways that, while well-intentioned, can make day-to-day life challenging. Understanding the functional nature of PTSD symptoms can be a beacon of light, guiding you through the darkness and towards a path of healing.
