Depression TreatmentMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Preventative MedicineBy Lucida TreatmentApril 4, 2020Depression Treatment Amid COVID-19 Fears The need for prompt depression treatment has never been more crucial, especially in light of the COVID-19 outbreak, which is one of the most significant pandemics in modern history. This unprecedented occurrence has seen many people develop suicidal thoughts while others drown in drugs and alcohol addiction. All these behavioral…
Panic Attack Prevention For The LaypersonMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentMarch 11, 2020Lucida Treatment Center staffers understand that panic attacks are a common occurrence in any given population. Moreover, people with substance abuse and mental health issues are subjected to suffering panic attacks at a greater incidence. You don’t have to be a professional to understand panic attacks. And you don’t have to be a professional to understand…
What Is Codependency?Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentMarch 9, 2020The signs of codependency can be seen by the person involved in the codependent relationship as well as a clinician. Asking the right questions of yourself will help you understand the signs of codependency and whether you are codependent in your relationship. Codependency is an indicator of a dysfunctional relationship, and the staff at Lucida Treatment…
Animal-Assisted TherapyMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Substance Addiction, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 28, 2020Animal-assisted therapy is the use of trained dogs or other animals to help human beings with specific health problems. Current evidence indicates that several groups of people, including individuals with cancer, serious heart problems, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), can benefit from this form of therapy. The Basics of Animal-Assisted Therapy Animal-assisted therapy is a…
Night Eating DisorderEating Disorder, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 22, 2020It’s typical to get the night time munchies during a good movie at home or when watching television. It’s also common for college students to munch on pre-packaged foods late into the night. But new research suggests there might be more to night eating than previously thought. University of North Carolina researcher Cristin Runfola led…
Tips to Help Bipolar Patients Stay HealthyMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 20, 2020Tips To Help Bipolar Patients Stay Healthy Bipolar disorder can lead the sufferer to feel as if they have little to no control over their emotions. Both low moods and mania can last for an extensive period. Many struggle to find the right combination to balance the depressive and manic sides of the disorder. That’s…
Bipolar Disorder’s Genetic RootsMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 19, 2020Bipolar disorder is a particularly challenging mental disorder because finding the right strategy takes some trial and error. Meanwhile, the patient and their family may find it difficult to perform daily activities. The findings of a new study may help identify patients at risk for bipolar disorder. The study investigated bipolar disorder’s genetic roots. UCLA…
Subtle Signs of Anxiety DisordersMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 18, 2020Everyone experiences occasional bouts of anxiety, as it’s a normal part of the human experience. However, for millions of children, adolescents, and adults, anxiety plays a significant role in their day-to-day lives. It causes significant distress, interferes with their ability to function, and robs them of the joy they deserve. In severe cases, anxiety can…
Pregnancy AnxietyMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 17, 2020Pregnancy Anxiety You’re having a baby! Oh, the joy … or not? You may be wondering why, when other expecting women seem to be glowing with happiness, you’re feeling nothing but incredibly anxious. Dread, worry, and all sorts of fears are overshadowing your pregnancy, and it feels awful. Is pregnancy anxiety normal? What should you…
CBT Can Help Defeat Negative ThoughtsMental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 16, 2020CBT Can Help Defeat Negative Thoughts Depression and anxiety impact millions of people on a daily basis. For some, the symptoms are troubling but not so severe that they’re unable to function. For others, the symptoms can be debilitating, resulting in lost work time, damaged relationships, and even the ability to hold down a job.…
