insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Understanding Relapse: Katjijova Breaks Down the Hidden Stages Behind Addiction’s Return When recovery slips: the warning signs nobody talks about Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova has urged communities to better understand what really happens when a person who has been sober for weeks, months, or even years finds themselves using again. According to Katjijova, relapse is rarely sudden — it’s a gradual slide through three overlooked but predictable stages: emotional, mental, and physical. She says the first danger zone is the emotional […] today7 July, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Understanding Grief and Trauma: Insights from Psychological Counselor Marcella Katjijova In a recent discussion, psychological counselor Marcella Katjijova addressed the profound impact of witnessing violent events, particularly gun violence, on mental health. According to Katjijova, such experiences can be among the most traumatic a person can endure, leading to lasting adverse effects on both mental and physical well-being. The Nature of Trauma Katjijova explains that trauma stems from distressing events that can fundamentally alter an individual's life. For instance, a […] today5 November, 2024
