Compromised Immune SystemAddiction Recovery, News, Preventative MedicineBy Lucida TreatmentApril 1, 2020Compromised Immune System Individuals with a compromised immune system are at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19 and even dying from the disease. Older adults and those with underlying health conditions are also at a risk of more severe outcomes. As of April 1, 2020, there are 88,2751 confirmed cases of coronavirus across the world.…
Self-Worth May Be Key to Mental Disorder RecoveryMental 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 RecoveryAddiction 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…
Startling Substance Abuse StatisticsAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug Addiction, News, Substance Abuse, Substance AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentOctober 25, 2019People understand that there’s a substance abuse crisis epidemic in America. We hear how people are overdosing at an alarming rate, and we often read stories about new designer drugs coming from other countries that have a lethal potency. However, how much do we know about these substance abuse statistics? We hear the stories, but…
Nikolas Cruz: The Warning SignsMental Health, NewsBy Lucida TreatmentApril 10, 2018Potentially dangerous behavioral traits are often noticed and even reported, sadly to no avail. In other instances, people notice something is awry; but for some reason, dismiss this behavior and fail to notify anyone about their suspicions.To some extent, both of these scenarios played out in the case of 19-year-old Nicolas Cruz.
Facts About Drugs & Treatment: A Look Back on 2017 Innovations & AdvancesDrug Addiction, NewsBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 19, 2018Every year, scientists, government organizations and other experts make progress in our nation’s battle against addiction. In 2017, several developments made news and helped people learn new facts about drugs.
How to Tell if Your Spouse Needs Mood TreatmentNewsBy Lucida TreatmentAugust 21, 2017Emotions are a healthy way to express how a person feels about an event or situation. But, emotions can become problematic when they are erratic, severely elevated or diminished for long periods of time. Erratic or dramatic swings in emotions can sometimes be an indication of a mood disorder. The most common mood disorders are…
Promoting Healthy Relationships: How Men Can Have Successful RelationshipsNewsBy Lucida TreatmentAugust 7, 2017What does it take to nurture and maintain a close bond with another person, and what are the stumbling blocks to having healthy relationships? Whether a relationship is between family members, friends and coworkers or significant others, some men find it difficult to form and keep positive connections. What are the stumbling blocks to having…
What Not to Say to Someone With Depression or AnxietyNewsBy Lucida TreatmentJune 26, 2017Talking to someone with depression or anxiety may feel like walking a tightrope, especially if you’ve never experienced either mental health disorder yourself. On the one hand, you want to be supportive and encouraging and to show that you care. On the other hand, you don’t want to accidentally make your friend feel worse. Here…
Mental Health Disparities Linked to Physician PerceptionNewsBy Lucida TreatmentMay 22, 2017Statistics clearly show that Hispanics who need treatment for mental health or addiction are less likely to get it than white Americans. We also know that Hispanics have poorer outcomes when treated for substance abuse and are less likely than whites to complete a treatment program. Many possible reasons have been cited for these disparities,…
