Mental Health Blog

People who have experienced depression or are diagnosed with a mood disorder like Major Depressive Disorder may be able to recognize when a depressive episode is up ahead. For these individuals, it can be helpful to know what to do…

When most people think of addiction, they imagine someone who has lost their family, job, and is living with legal issues. They may even imagine someone living on the streets who’s homeless. But, not everyone who is living with addiction…

People living with eating disorders like Binge Eating Disorder, Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, or any of the other types of eating disorders have hope in getting help from treatment services. But, there are a couple different types of eating disorder…

There are many different types of treatments for anxiety. And, new treatments for anxiety are developed every year. But, one type of treatment for anxiety that’s tried and true for many individuals who are diagnosed with an anxiety disorder is…

Many people may have preconceived notions about the way that medications are used to treat mental health. But, the truth is that they’re an effective way to treat symptoms of mental health and can be a useful tool for many…

EMDR, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, is a type of therapy that can help people living with a number of mental health issues and symptoms. While it’s mostly known for helping people who have been negatively affected by trauma,…

It’s part of the human experience to live with emotional ups and downs. Sure, it would be nice if we could always feel happy and experience positive emotions. But, that’s just not possible. In reality, we have both positive and…

Mood disorders are mental health conditions that negatively affect a person’s mood. The four most common mood disorders include Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Dysthymia, Bipolar Disorder, and substance-induced mood disorders. Recognizing mood disorder symptoms can help people living with these…

Do you have a loved one living with an anxiety disorder? Without having to live with the symptoms of an anxiety disorder yourself, it can be hard to know what to say to a loved one living with anxiety. Maybe…

When it comes to the mental health treatment industry, there are a number of words that are used by medical staff and specialists that the average person wouldn’t know. So, there may be phrases and acronyms that help to identify…

Today, June 27th is National PTSD Awareness Day. This day is dedicated to promoting available treatment for PTSD and spreading awareness about this mental health condition. In our last blog, Some Things to Learn About Trauma During PTSD Awareness Month,…

June is National PTSD Awareness Month. During this month, it’s important that mental health advocates spread awareness about this mental health issue and help people learn about what leads to PTSD, how to cope with PTSD, and available treatments. This…

The idea of mental health has been around for centuries. However, it seems that it has recently become a more acceptable concept of conversation with all the awareness and mental health issues coming to light in our country. Understanding why…

There are so many stigmas that surround mental health, keeping many people all over the world from getting the help they need to manage symptoms and live better and more healthy lives. Some of the stigmas that surround mental health…

Thinking about getting help for a mental health issue? Living with mental health disorders can be challenging and affect nearly every aspect of life. So, deciding to seek help is the first step to feeling better and gaining more control…

Many people struggling with addiction may not just be dependent on one substance. For a lot of people living with alcohol or drug addiction, cigarette smoking is another important issue to address. According to research published by the National Library…

Holistic approaches to treatment are great assets to people recovering and healing from mental health issues. While holistic methods are complementary components to mental health treatment, when used in combination with other tools like therapy, psychiatric medications, and other tools,…

People who are diagnosed with mental health issues can also experience other mental health issues. Therefore, experiencing signs and symptoms of concurring mental health issues at the same time. There are some mental health issues that are more commonly paired…

PTSD is a developed mental health disorder as the result of experiencing trauma. The symptoms of this condition are debilitating and sometimes, even life-threatening. It can make a person feel powerless and hopeless, leaving them unable to perform daily tasks…

Raising awareness of self-harm is important as living with psychiatric illnesses increases the risk of self-harming behaviors. When people struggling with mental health issues understand the dangers, they’re more willing to get the help they need through treatment. Plus, when…

Drug abuse is dangerous to anyone. But, when a person struggling with substance use disorder is pregnant, they’re not only putting their own life and health in jeopardy but also an unborn child. A healthy pregnancy is vital for a…

TMS depression treatment is a great option for people struggling with the effects of depression that aren’t experiencing the symptom relief they expect from traditional depression treatments like psychiatric medications. But, unfortunately, as with many other forms of mental health…

Being in an addiction treatment program and stopping the use of addictive substances is a challenge. Not only do people who have been struggling with addiction, during recovery, have to stop using and deal with the withdrawal process, but they…

Stress is something that every person has to deal with from time to time. It’s a natural human emotion that allows us to act when we’re in danger. But, when a person is living with high levels of stress for…

Hoarding disorder is a type of mental disorder that is characterized by uncontrollable and debilitating behaviors such as collecting objects and storing them whether or not they hold any value at all. This can result in collections of items that…

When most people think of alcoholism, they may imagine a person who doesn’t have a job, relationships, or responsibilities. However, while alcoholism can leave a person’s life in disarray, there are people affected by alcoholism that seemingly keep their lives…

If you’ve ever suffered a panic attack, you understand the terrifying experience having one can be. Panic attacks are the result of extreme anxiety and can bring about a number of debilitating physical symptoms. So, if you are a sufferer…

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, is a mental health condition that’s characterized by feelings of anxiety followed by compulsive behaviors intended to control the feelings of anxiety. The high levels of anxiety and compulsive behaviors that come with OCD can be…

Many people use illicit substances as a way to party and have fun. But, there is always a danger in using illegal substances as they have a potential for abuse and addiction. In many cases, people start off using drugs…

People who use alcohol as a means to escape may find themselves overindulging in alcohol use. Therefore, leading to a dependence on alcohol. While alcohol use doesn’t always lead to dependence and addiction, alcohol is an addictive substance. And, can…

Have you been feeling sad lately and don’t have a specific reason to be feeling this way or feel that you have no control over your sadness? You may be dealing with a depressive episode. Having a depressive episode may…

Mental health treatment provides individuals living with various mental health issues with education and support that is necessary for improving lifestyles and maintaining debilitating symptoms of mental health issues. During the education aspect of mental health treatment, individuals are taught…

Enjoying the holidays as a newly sober individual can be challenging. Of course, you want to take part in all of the festivities and share in the joy of the season. Past behaviors and memories may have you believing that…

Wanting to eat healthy for the right reasons, like benefiting physical and mental health, is not a bad thing. However, not all diets are good diets. Diving into the world of dieting for the wrong reasons can bring about a…

Delray Center for Healing is one of the mental health care leaders in South Florida. We provide assistance, support, and tools for people living with a number of mental health issues and symptoms so that they can create a lifestyle…

Deep TMS therapy has been a pretty popular topic lately, as many are starting to realize its great and effective benefits on depressive symptoms. But, what is deep TMS therapy, and are you a good candidate for this type of…