by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 14, 2024 | Medication
For many people who have been diagnosed with a mental health condition, medication is a key component in their treatment. Your psychiatrist can prescribe you medication to help you manage your symptoms on a day-to-day basis. A common medication for many mental health...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 13, 2024 | PTSD
Many people use the word “flashback” when they’re retelling a story or a memory. It’s natural to mentally return to a positive time in your life, such as a heartfelt moment with your parents or a milestone, such as your wedding day. But, unfortunately, negative...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 12, 2024 | Lightfully Treatment, OCD, Teens
You’ve probably heard your teen make an offhand joke or comment like, “I’m so OCD” when they’re organizing their schoolwork or color-coding their calendar. But obsessive-compulsive disorder shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s a mental health condition that can have a...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 12, 2024 | Medication
Lexapro, also known as escitalopram, is a commonly prescribed antidepressant medication. It belongs to a class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Lexapro works to increase the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 12, 2024 | Bipolar Disorder, Medication
Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition that requires professional treatment and management, affecting an estimated 40 million people globally. Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition that requires professional treatment and management,...
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