Victim and Survivor are terms associated with trauma, very stressful and frightening events that are difficult to cope with. There is no single definition of trauma. The ways we are exposed are vast, and all individual responses are personal. There is no “normal” reaction to trauma. When I was growing … Read More
WAG believes in encouraging young people to write because it helps them develop a strong voice, critical thinking skills, and confidence in expressing their ideas. By fostering a love of writing early on, we empower young people with a lofelong tool for learning, self-expression, and meaningful participation in society. … Read More
Night had fallen long since, the lights extinguished in the neighbors’ houses. Corelli’s Opus 6 concerti grossi played quietly on my CD player, and the dogs snored behind my chair. I, however, slumped in front of my computer screen, forcing my tired eyes to focus on a short story. … Read More
While most writers are astute observers of human nature, they may not know the ins and outs of the psychotherapy field nor the specific symptoms and causes of various mental disorders. As a reader, I sometimes wince at a blatant mistake regarding some aspect of psychology in an otherwise well-written … Read More
