Anxious About College Move-In? 5 Ways to Mentally Prepare
Starting college is one of the most exciting, nerve-wracking milestones in your life, especially if you’re moving into a dorm or off-campus apartment. You’re gaining an incredible amount of independence by moving out of your home, but you’re also faced with the...
Back-to-School Anxiety? 8 Ways Parents Can Help Teens Feel Ready
That knot in your teen’s stomach about going back to school? It’s real, and you can help. From practicing coping strategies together to setting realistic expectations, there are concrete steps you can take to ease back-to-school anxiety. Check out this article for 8 practical tips.
What to Do When School Anxiety Feels Overwhelming
No matter how much you love a subject, or how much you enjoy gossiping with your friends in the hallways, attending school likely doesn’t fill you with joy. And that’s expected. But it’s also possible that your negative opinions toward school go far beyond not wanting...
Feeling Off This Winter? 11 Ways to Fight Seasonal Depression
The shorter days of winter don’t have to mean months of sadness and fatigue. While millions of people experience seasonal depression each year, there are simple ways you can brighten your winter and boost your mood. Lightfully shares 11 tips to help you manage seasonal depression and can provide you with personalized support on your mental health journey.
7 Ways Online Treatment Can Change the Game When It Comes to Anxiety Relief
Living with anxiety can feel overwhelming, but online treatment offers hope and flexibility. Lightfully Behavioral Health’s vPHP delivers compassionate, evidence-based care you can access from home. Click below to learn how online treatment for anxiety can help you find relief.
Can Your Diet Improve Depression Symptoms? 3 Foods That May Help You Feel Better
Your diet might not seem related to your mental health, but research suggests that there are links. In the article linked below, we explore some of the foods that researchers have seen correlated with reduced depression symptoms.
Parent Talk Series: Bipolar Manic Depression Signs in Children and 4 Ways You Can Help
Bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic-depressive disorder) in children involves extreme mood episodes that go beyond typical mood swings. Click to find out what symptoms to look for and how you can help.
Intensive Outpatient Programs Decoded: 4 Myths About IOPs That Are Worth Unlearning
IOPs aren’t for people who “failed” at regular therapy. They’re often the clinically appropriate treatment for moderate to severe symptoms. IOPs offer effective, flexible and evidence-based care that meets you where you are. Click to unlearn some of the most harmful myths about IOPs.
Seasonal Anxiety Is Real: 7 Tools to Help You Cope This Fall
You’ve heard of seasonal depression, but what if your fall and winter symptoms look more like anxiety? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can include anxiety symptoms, too. Click for 7 self-care strategies that may help support SAD treatment for anxiety symptoms.