The Top Benefits of Lightfully U: A Beacon of Hope for College Students
August 30, 2023
Reading Time: 2 minutes In today’s fast-paced world, the challenges of college life can often take a toll on students’ mental health. Navigating academic pressures, personal responsibilities, and social dynamics can become overwhelming. That’s where Lightfully’s Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (Virtual IOP), Lightfully U steps […]
Read MoreFinding Balance: Managing Depression and Anxiety in College with Lightfully U
August 30, 2023
Reading Time: 2 minutes College life is an exciting journey filled with new friendships, academic challenges, and personal growth. However, the pressures and transitions that come with this phase can sometimes lead to feelings of depression and anxiety. It’s essential for college students to […]
Read MoreNavigating Transitions: Coping Strategies for College Students
August 30, 2023
Reading Time: 2 minutes College life is a whirlwind of excitement, challenges, and opportunities for personal growth. As students embark on this journey, they often find themselves navigating a series of transitions, from leaving the comfort of home to adapting to a new academic […]
Read MoreIs bipolar disorder genetic?
August 28, 2023
Reading Time: 4 minutes Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition. People who have bipolar disorder experience bouts of positive moods known as mania, and bouts of negative moods known as depression. These shifts between moods can be extreme. Bipolar disorder can be an […]
Read MoreMunchausen vs. Munchausen by proxy: What you need to know
August 25, 2023
Reading Time: 4 minutes Munchausen syndrome and Munchausen by proxy are both factitious disorders involving the fabrication or induction of symptoms of diseases and even altering lab tests. Both conditions are recognized mental health issues. Those with either conditions pretend they or those under […]
Read MorePanic attack vs. anxiety attack: How you can tell them apart
August 23, 2023
Reading Time: 5 minutes If you are experiencing a racing heartbeat, chest pain and a shortness of breath, you may think you’re experiencing an anxiety attack. Or could it be a panic attack? It’s not surprising that these two terms are frequently used. Over […]
Read MoreLightfully is Coming to the Bay Area!
August 22, 2023
Reading Time: < 1 minute At Lightfully Behavioral Health, expanding the ways we serve our clients is core to our mission of Changing Lives, Compassionately. That’s why we are excited to announce the opening of our very first location in the San Francisco Bay Area, […]
Read More6 things every teen should know about disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
August 22, 2023
Reading Time: 4 minutes Our teenage years can often bring about struggles with our emotions and mood. How can you tell if the emotions and moods you are experiencing are typical teenage experiences or something more serious? What is disruptive mood dysregulation disorder? Disruptive […]
Read MoreIs looking for a same-day psychiatrist appointment near me the right move?
August 21, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutes The United States is experiencing a mental health crisis. Prior to COVID-19, 1 in 5 Americans had a mental health condition. During COVID-19, 40% of adults reported they experienced symptoms of anxiety or depression. Despite these high numbers of individuals […]
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