Lightfully’s Continuum of Care: What It Is and Why It’s Critical
Navigating the mental health care system is difficult even for loved ones who aren’t seeking treatment for themselves. When you’re struggling with a mental health condition, finding the care you need can be overwhelming. Like medical health care systems, mental health...
8 Ways Support Groups Can Benefit People Managing Depression Symptoms
There’s a reason why so many social organizations are built on weekly support group programs. Peer support groups are a powerful and often underappreciated part of the mental health treatment process. Since it’s Depression Awareness Month, now is a good time to...
Lightfully Behavioral Health Shines as #139 in America’s Top Most Loved Workplaces
Newsweek Magazine today published the annual America’s Top Most Loved Workplaces® list, developed by Most Loved Workplace®, a division of Best Practice Institute (BPI).
How Many Types of Depression Exist?
Negative beliefs about depression and mental health disorders play a big role in our personal experiences. It’s a common condition — in 2021, 8.3% of adults aged 18 or older (21 million people) had a major depressive episode within the past year. However, that number...
21 Ways You Can Help Your Teen Combat the Feeling of Failure
Are you struggling to help your teen cope with disappointment? Lightfully Teen shares expert advice that can help guide you through the process.
9 Signs of Trauma Bonding and How You Can Address It
Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that can have a significant impact on your mental and emotional health. It often involves exposure to a threatening event that overwhelms your ability to cope. When you experience trauma, it can cause a range of...
How Long Is Inpatient Treatment for Depression?
Coping with depression isn’t a straight path, and everyone’s journey to healing is unique. Whether you’re struggling yourself or you’re...
Prepartum Depression: 7 Things Expectant Mothers Should Know
Prepartum depression is a mood disorder and type of depression that can happen during pregnancy. Feeling overwhelmed or emotional during pregnancy is a typical, common experience. But when those feelings last for a long time and are interfering with your life, it may...
Is Your Teen Unsure What to Talk About During Therapy? Here Are 19 Suggestions
Lightfully Teen shares 19 conversation starters to help empower your teen when they’re unsure what to talk about during their next therapy session.