How Avoidant Personality Disorder Affects You at Work Mental HealthBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 28, 2017Individuals with avoidant personality disorder struggle with a number of persistent symptoms that get in the way of having social relationships. In the United States, anywhere from 1% to 5.2% of the adult population suffers from avoidant personality disorder. However, many of these individuals continue to fight every day to have meaningful experiences, especially at… Details
Top 3 Myths About Love Addiction Treatment Addiction TreatmentBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 22, 2017Love addiction is a condition characterized by a desperate need to be in a relationship. Many love addicts go from one relationship to another because they are compelled to experience the euphoria of early love, while others get involved with partners who are abusive or emotionally unavailable.
The Best Non 12-Step Rehab Books to Read Addiction RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 11, 2017Non 12-step rehab methods may appeal to you if you have already attempted Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and found it difficult to commit to. Although many people are able to overcome their addictions with AA, and with spin-off organizations like Narcotics Anonymous, not everyone finds it suitable.
Should You Go Home for the Holidays? Addiction RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentNovember 28, 2017The holiday season can be a triggering time of year for people in alcohol or drug addiction recovery. Strained relationships, pressures to be jovial and plenty of alcohol can make holiday gatherings a breeding ground for relapse. Sometimes the families of loved ones in alcohol or drug recovery aren’t yet ready to welcome them with… Details
Why We Need a Program for Men’s Mental Health Mental HealthBy Lucida TreatmentOctober 3, 2017By James Snow, LMHC, CAP, Clinical Director of Lucida What are you, a big baby? Stop crying! Suck it up, man! Pull yourself together. Don’t ever let them see you sweat or show your weak side.
5 Ways Men Can Heal (Rather Than Fix) Depression Mental HealthBy Lucida TreatmentOctober 3, 2017By James Snow, LMHC, CAP, Clinical Director at Lucida Although women have a higher rate of depression, the condition is just as serious and has some similar symptoms in men. According to studies, cultural restrictions on displaying emotions have an impact on whether men will seek mental health support. Here are some important aspects of… Details
The Heroes Behind 3 Celebrity Addiction Recoveries RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentSeptember 15, 2017Behind every recovering addict is a recovery hero — the person (or people) who never gave up hope that recovery was possible and supported the addicted loved one throughout their recovery process.
How to Tell if Your Spouse Needs Mood Treatment NewsBy 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… Details
Promoting Healthy Relationships: How Men Can Have Successful Relationships NewsBy 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… Details
What Not to Say to Someone With Depression or Anxiety NewsBy 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… Details
