Life can be overwhelming. Between work, family and personal responsibilities, it’s easy to put your mental health on the back burner. This can be dangerous, though, as it may lead to worsening mental health challenges. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression or another mental health disorder, you’re not alone. A 2021 national survey found that nearly a quarter of U.S. adults reported having had a mental health disorder in the past year. Whether you’re experiencing panic attacks due to work-related anxiety or you’re feeling burnt out, getting the right treatment can be vital, not just for you, but for everyone who depends on you as well.
When you’re looking for a mental health treatment program that doesn’t require travel and can adapt to your scheduling needs, Virtual Services can be ideal. A Virtual Partial Hospitalization Program (vPHP) can provide the support you need without creating major disruptions in your daily routine. Virtual PHP involves a range of services, including medication management, which can help ensure that you get the proper medications at the proper dosages. Medication can play a key role in your journey toward lasting relief and mental wellness.
What is medication management?
Medication management is a structured process that ensures that you’re taking the right medications in the right way. It involves working closely with a psychiatrist or prescribing provider to:
- Find the best medication for your condition
- Adjust dosages based on how you’re feeling
- Monitor side effects and make changes as needed
- Ensure that medications work well with your lifestyle and schedule
With medication management in a Virtual PHP, a psychiatrist will check in with you regularly, making adjustments so you can get the most benefits with the fewest side effects.
How medication management can help busy adults in Virtual PHP
If you have a full schedule, finding time for mental health care can feel impossible. That’s why a Virtual PHP with medication management is an effective solution. You’ll receive structured, expert care from home, making it easier to stay on track with your treatment.
Here’s how medication management helps busy adults in vPHP:
- Regular check-ins — Instead of waiting months between appointments, you’ll meet with a psychiatrist weekly. These check-ins help ensure that your medication is working correctly and adjustments are made quickly if needed. You don’t have to rearrange your schedule for in-person visits. In vPHP, everything happens online.
- Safe adjustments — Some medications take time to work. Medications can also come with side effects. With weekly monitoring, changes can be made before any medication-related difficulties get worse. Your provider will work with you to find a balance between effectiveness and minimal side effects.
- Coordination with therapy — Medication isn’t the only part of treatment. Psychotherapy, group support and self-care are also essential. Your provider will help you integrate medication into your life, ensuring that it fits your schedule, work and personal responsibilities.
Self-care strategies to complement medication and therapy
Medication and therapy are important tools for mental health, and they often work best when paired with good self-care habits. If you’re busy, adding self-care to your routine might seem difficult. Fortunately, self-care doesn’t have to come at the cost of other responsibilities. Small, intentional changes can make a big difference.
Some helpful self-care strategies might include:
- Prioritizing sleep
- Moving your body every day
- Setting social boundaries to reduce stress
- Eating foods that promote physical and mental health
- Practicing relaxation and mindfulness techniques
- Engaging in creative outlets
- Staying connected with your support network
Get virtual treatment that works with your lifestyle at Lightfully
Managing your mental health while balancing a busy life is possible. Virtual PHP with medication management can provide the expert care, structure and flexibility you need to heal, all without disrupting your daily responsibilities.
At Lightfully, programs like our Virtual PHP are built around the framework of our Precision Care Model (PCM). With the fully personalized framework of PCM, you can benefit from the most effective aspects of evidence-based modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT). We also use compassion-based and somatic therapies to target the drivers behind mental health disorders and symptoms. Whether you have a demanding job or you spend a lot of time taking care of your kids, our Virtual PHP is designed to remove barriers to treatment for busy adults.
Change is possible. When you’re ready to get virtual medication management, reach out to our Admissions Concierge Team. We’ll take the next steps together, toward the fullest, brightest version of you.
