How Is Impulsive Behavior Linked to Eating Disorders? Eating Disorder, Mental Health, Mental Health TreatmentBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 13, 2020Impulsive behavior (also known as impulsivity) is the general term for a group of behaviors that occur with little or no planning or personal reflection. Doctors and mental health professionals can measure the tendency toward participation in these behaviors in several ways. Current research indicates that impulsive tendencies can play a significant role in the…
Family-Focused Treatment and Early Detection For Bipolar Disorder Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Substance AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 11, 2020Like most issues that are caught before they become full-blown problems, bipolar disorder in teens can catch parents and family members off-guard. However, if they get family-focused treatment and early detection, those factors can reduce the impact that disorder has on them later in life. What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is characterized by abnormal…
How Does Body Image Predetermine Issues Into Adulthood? Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 9, 2020Have you have wondered, “How does body image predetermine issues into adulthood?” We have the answers. Learn more when you call Lucida Treatment today. Not all eating disorders, particularly bulimia and anorexia, are reserved for females – males can also present with these diseases. However, studies have shown that when it comes to body image…
Eating Disorders Need Serious and Quick Intervention Eating Disorder, Mental Health, Mental Health TreatmentBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 7, 2020Eating disorders aren’t relegated to sporadic demographics – they can strike anyone of any age in any part of the world. But it’s the youth of the world who are at greatest risk of getting the help they need to overcome and continue to address the issue as they age. What is the First Step…
Turning Around a Culture of Extremes When it Comes to Weight Eating Disorder, Mental Health, Mental Health TreatmentBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 5, 2020We struggle with a culture of extremes with weight. The issue of obesity in the United States has grown right along with our expanded waistlines. Statistics say that now two-thirds of Americans are at least overweight, with many of us qualifying as obese. The medical definition of obesity is measured as weighing more than 20…
Self-Worth May Be Key to Mental Disorder Recovery Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, NewsBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 3, 2020Teens often struggle with self-image during adolescence by comparing themselves with others and constantly feeling less worthy than others around them. The problem can escalate if the individual struggles with any mental health disorders. The key to mental disorder recovery may be closer than you think. Self Worth in Teens When a teen has anxiety,…
How to Safely Combat Weight Gain in Early Recovery Addiction Recovery, News, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 2, 2020Many people who are newly sober struggle to find the right balance of strategies to maintain their sobriety, keep up the progress they’ve begun during treatment, and achieve a certain equilibrium that allows them to see the wisdom of the choices they make. It isn’t always easy or clear cut. How do you safely combat…
Helping a Loved One with Bipolar Disorder Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 1, 2020Caring for a person with bipolar disorder makes life a balancing act. A caregiver needs to allow time for their loved ones’ breakdowns, irrational decisions and immobility and still allow time to care for themselves. It is difficult maintaining a healthy relationship when one partner has bipolar, yet that person wants a healthy relationship as…
5 Long Term Effects of Meth That Will Shock You Drug Addiction, Drug Detox, Substance AbuseBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 30, 2019Leave a commentDid you know that meth was invented in Japan over 100 years ago? It came to the US in the 1930s but didn’t catch on until the 1960s. It’s been destroying lives, families, and communities ever since. When people start using meth, they don’t consider how quickly it will take over their lives. So it’s important…
3 Tips For Fun-Filled Sober Holidays Addiction Recovery, Recovery, Substance AbuseBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 29, 2019Leave a commentThe holidays are often a difficult time of year for some people who have a history of substance abuse. No matter where you are in your journey of sobriety, this time of year can bring challenges. There are the nostalgic sounds of Christmas music playing in the stores, which can trigger a lot of emotions…
