Common Psychiatric Disorders: Statistics & Treatment

Common Psychiatric Disorders: Statistics & Treatment

Nearly 1 in 5 adults in the United States will have a mental health condition in any given year. Almost half of us will meet the criteria for a mental health condition sometime in our lives. Now we understand that mental wellness is something people need to develop...

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10 Signals That Your Loved One May Be Severely Depressed

10 Signals That Your Loved One May Be Severely Depressed

Recognizing when a loved one is depressed can be very tricky. What’s severe to one person will look different to another — for instance, someone with major depressive disorder (MDD) and ADHD could have trouble concentrating or remembering things on a daily basis. To...

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Lightfully’s Teen IOP: What to Expect

Lightfully’s Teen IOP: What to Expect

Maintaining mental wellness is a huge part of teens staying physically healthy — and yet, mental health treatment has been clouded by stigma, misinformation, misunderstandings, and negative portrayals in movies and TV. Many people don’t know that there are levels of...

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Is Major Depressive Disorder Considered a Disability?

Is Major Depressive Disorder Considered a Disability?

To fully answer this question, we must recognize that the concept of “disability” carries different meanings and connotations in different social contexts. Some have seen disability as a disqualifier or “less-than.” However, many people with disabilities claim it...

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When Is It Time for a Teen With Depression to Begin Treatment?

When Is It Time for a Teen With Depression to Begin Treatment?

If your teen has been showing behavior changes recently, like sleeping in more or staying home and withdrawing socially, it’s normal for you to be concerned. Today’s generation of teens is grappling with more complexity and uncertainty than ever before. Between the...

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