5 Signs of Depression in Teens
From increased academic expectations to physical changes, people typically face a lot of challenges during their teen years. For teens with depression, this period can be especially hard. The signs of depression during this time can vary. While the external signs of...
What Is a Thought Disorder and What Are the Treatment Options?
Research suggests that the average adult has more than 6,000 thoughts per day. You have annoyed thoughts while in traffic and stressed thoughts when you’re approaching a work deadline. There is a type of mental health disorder that stems directly from your thoughts. A...
Lightfully Is a Blue Shield of CA Psychiatrist Partner
Mental health affects every aspect of our lives. We are happiest and healthiest when our mind, body and spirit are all getting plenty of nourishment and exercise. When one part is neglected, the others feel the negative effects. So most health insurance providers...
How Long Is Inpatient Treatment for Depression?
No one’s mental health journey is linear. Coping with depression requires perseverance, consistency and support. Depression (or major depressive disorder) is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness. It is one of the leading...
Online Treatment for Depression: 7 Signs It’s Time to Seek Help
With modern technology, there are very few things that we can’t access with just a few mouse clicks. Many tasks that used to require transportation and time can be accomplished online, from paying your bills to buying your groceries. You can even improve your mental...
Treatment Options for Self-Harm
Self-harm is a serious behavior, and it’s often a sign that someone is struggling with depression or another mental health condition. Taking many forms, self-harm often develops as a way to cope with other mental health symptoms. Teens can develop self-harming...
Lightfully Psychiatrists Are Accepting New Clients
There are several different types of mental health care professionals you may work with on your wellness journey. It can be confusing to navigate: Do you need to talk to a psychiatrist or a psychologist? Are they the same thing? What if no psychiatrists near you are...
Inpatient Treatment for Anxiety: What to Expect
Stress is unavoidable. It can cause us to feel a variety of uncomfortable emotions, including nervousness and uncertainty. Since we all experience these anxious feelings every now and then, it’s easy to brush off and assume it will go away with time. But with...
Self-Harm Addiction Signs You Should Know About
Like other compulsive behaviors, self-harm can make you feel addicted. You may feel like you need to self-harm to cope with the world and your internal state. While self-harm or self-injury is not defined as an addiction, it can have similar effects. People struggling...