While the Fourth of July is a celebration for many, for some it is a time of extreme stress. Those who deal with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can find July 4th to be extremely difficult. As much as 10% of the population deals with PTSD, often as a result of gun violence or military combat. Things such as fireworks…
Fireworks. A sign that summer is officially upon us and July 4th celebrations are in full swing. They light up the sky with a boom and a fantastic display of color and shapes. Children and adults both love them and love to join in the fun of setting them off at home. While kids shouldn’t be lighting fireworks, there are…