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Welcome everyone to our new website Victory Ascent! We are thrilled to have you visit our website! The main goals of our website are to raise mental health wellness awareness and supporting people that struggle with mental health issues. Through shared experiences and latest best practices, we strive to improveContinue Reading

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I recently went on a lovely hiking trip with my father to Cape Scott on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Start of the journeyContinue Reading

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The relationship between mental health and sleep is a complex and bidirectional one: poor sleep can worsen mental health conditions, and mental health conditions can, in turn, cause or exacerbate sleep problems. This creates a challenging cycle that can significantly impact an individual’s overall well-being. How Lack of Sleep Affects Mental Health:Continue Reading

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A Man’s Search for Meaning is a profound and influential book by Viktor E. Frankl, a Holocaust survivor and psychiatrist. First published in 1946, it details Frankl’s experiences in Nazi concentration camps and introduces his psychological theory of logotherapy, which emphasizes finding meaning in life as the primary human motivation. Key Themes &Continue Reading

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Anxiety can be managed effectively with a combination of lifestyle changes, therapy, medication, and self-help strategies. The best approach depends on the severity of symptoms and individual preferences. Here are some common treatments: 1. Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy) 2. Medications (Prescribed by a Doctor) 3. Lifestyle Changes 4. Self-Help Strategies 5.Continue Reading

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The Bullied Brain is a term popularized by Dr. Jennifer Fraser, particularly through her 2022 book titled The Bullied Brain: Heal Your Scars and Restore Your Health. The concept combines neuroscience, psychology, and education to explore the lasting effects of bullying and abuse on the brain—whether the bullying is physical,Continue Reading

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Depression, or Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how a person feels, thinks, and acts. It causes persistent feelings of sadness and a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed, and it can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.Continue Reading

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Substance Use Disorder (SUD) — often referred to as substance abuse or addictive disorder — is a chronic, relapsing condition characterized by the compulsive use of substances despite harmful consequences. It affects brain function and behavior and can involve legal or illegal drugs, including alcohol, prescription medications, nicotine, and illicitContinue Reading