Dax
Welcome
This site was created in loving memory of Dax.
It is a growing collection of resources for people facing complications after LASIK surgery, for those carrying the weight of neurodivergent mental health struggles, and for anyone searching for tools to aid in grief.
We share what we find, and we will keep adding to it, in the hope that others will be aided in their struggles. You are not alone.
Dax's life mattered, as does yours. May this be one way his light keeps helping others.
Eye Information
Understanding LASIK: Facts, Risks, and Finding the Right Doctor
LASIK Complications
LASIK complications are uncommon but can include dry eyes (about 30% of patients report symptoms immediately after surgery, sometimes becoming chronic), nighttime glare or halos (persistent in about 20% of patients at six months), and rare but serious issues like corneal ectasia (affecting roughly 1 in 166 patients) or infection under the flap (reported in 0.02% to 0.2% of cases).
Mental Health
Guidance
Neurodivergent Mental Health: Support, understanding, and tools for minds that work differently and for the people who love them.
Surround Yourself with Loved Ones
The key is to gather a support system. People to sit with you in the hard times, as well as to celebrate in the good times. Avoiding social isolation and loneliness can help reduce suicide risk.
psychologytoday.com/us/basics/suicide/mental-health-conditions-suicide
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which is a psychotherapy treatment designed to help individuals heal from the distress associated with traumatic memories.
ACT
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which is a type of psychotherapy that helps individuals accept their thoughts and feelings rather than trying to control them, while also committing to actions that align with their values
psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/acceptance-and-commitment-therapy
CPTSD
Complex PTSD typically arises from prolonged or repeated trauma, while PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) often develops after a single traumatic event. CPTSD includes additional symptoms related to emotional regulation and self-identity, making it more complex than PTSD.
OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder takes many forms. It is an anxiety disorder that traps people in repetitive thoughts and behavioral rituals that can be completely disabling.
psychologytoday.com/us/basics/ocd
psychologytoday.com/us/conditions/obsessive-compulsive-disorder
Additional Articles and Resources
Be Careful What You Say to Yourself – Your Mind is Listening
Self-Talk Is Destiny, and These 3 Words Matter Most
Northwest Behavioral Health Services
Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms
Seeking Help for Suicidal Thoughts
Neurodivergent Resources
10 Mental Health Resources for Neurodivergent Teens and Adults
Rethinking Suicide through a Neurodivergent Lens
Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Understanding and Overcoming All-or-Nothing Thinking
Screen Engagement
Preliminary Report on Chatbot Iatrogenic Dangers
Childhood Trauma
The Psychological Power of Words
Experiencing Verbal and Emotional Abuse as an Adult Child
New Study Reveals How Childhood Verbal Abuse Affects Mental Health
Resources
for Grief
Grief and Healing for families and friends walking through loss, with words and tools for the days that feel impossible.
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which is a psychotherapy treatment designed to help individuals heal from the distress associated with traumatic memories.
Brainspotting
Brainspotting is a therapeutic technique that helps individuals process trauma and emotional distress by focusing on specific eye positions. It is often used in psychotherapy to access and release deep-seated feelings and memories
Additional Articles and Resources
The Loss Foundation: The 7 Stages of Grief
Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms
9 Self-Care Strategies for Grief
Good Samaritan Grief Resources
Handbook for Coping with Suicide Grief
How to Connect with Loved Ones After They Die
Staying Connected to Loved Ones
Support Groups
Grief is affecting my mental health. Where can I find help/support?