by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 23, 2024 | Lightfully Treatment
A mental health screening is like a quick checkup for your brain. It’s a set of questions that can help a health care provider get a snapshot of your emotional and mental well-being. Just like a physical exam checks your body, a mental health screening checks on your...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 21, 2024 | Lightfully Treatment, Teens
An adolescent and teen psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in the mental health of children and teens. They typically work with clients from birth to young adulthood. They offer a comprehensive approach to care, considering a teen’s biological,...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 15, 2024 | Depression, Lightfully Treatment, Teens
It’s normal for your teen to be sad sometimes. Maybe they didn’t do well on an exam or they had a fight with their best friend. It’s even OK for them to be overwhelmingly sad from difficult life changes, such as the death of a family member. But are they feeling down...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 12, 2024 | Lightfully Treatment, OCD, Teens
You’ve probably heard your teen make an offhand joke or comment like, “I’m so OCD” when they’re organizing their schoolwork or color-coding their calendar. But obsessive-compulsive disorder shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s a mental health condition that can have a...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 9, 2024 | Lightfully Treatment, Suicidality, Teens
Everyone needs coping skills to manage difficult times in their life. Perhaps you listen to a particular musical artist to unwind after a long day. Maybe you cook a new recipe to focus all your energy on something positive. But what coping skills can help your...
by Lightfully Behavioral Health | Sep 6, 2024 | Lightfully Treatment, Teens
When you’re the parent or guardian of a teen, your main goal is to provide them with the care and support they need to grow into the best version of themselves. And that’s not always easy. It can be especially difficult if your teen is struggling with their mental...
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