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Aug 2023
54m 29s

"Can you be depressed and not realize it...

Kati Morton, LMFT
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This week licensed therapist Kati Morton explains what body memories are, if pain can be related to trauma, and what the difference is between a flashback and an intrusive thought. She also explains why we may need to stay on medication for a long period of time, and why we may not notice when we are depressed. She also talks about what we can do if we are s ... Show More
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