Mental Health Blog

By Raul J Rodriguez, M.D., DABPN, DABAM, MRO If you have ever experienced actually having a panic attack then you probably started reading this because you NEVER want to have another one. Panic attacks are bad.  They feel like death;…

Getting diagnosed with depression is bad enough, but having a form of depression that doesn’t respond to standard treatment options can feel hopeless. When talk therapy and medications don’t work, what options are people left with? Luckily, it’s not as…

By Raul J. Rodriguez M.D., DABPN, DABAM, MRO This sucks.  Everything sucks.  What difference does it make anyway?  These are just some of the thought patterns that are characteristic of an individual suffering from major depression.  Depression does suck.  Depression…

Dialectical behavior therapy, commonly known as DBT, is a specific type of cognitive behavioral model in psychotherapy. It’s a highly effective form of therapy that helps to treat many mental health disorders such as depression, borderline personality disorder, and others….

Treatment resistant depression is one of the most crippling and emotionally devastating conditions man can experience. The loss of hope in ever recovering from a disease that does not respond to conventional treatment and has hopelessness as one of its…

Ketamine for depression treatment is a recent breakthrough for those who have fallen through the cracks of mental health treatment. Major depression affects more than 16 million Americans each year. If that number isn’t bad enough, almost a third of…

Medical books of the past can be the things of nightmares.  Traditional psychological treatments from the early history of the US were performed by barbers with no medical training at all.  Eventually, doctors were trained and licensed and sought out. …

Meditation is not just for hippies and gurus anymore.  There are endless professional athletes, doctors, and superstars who have decided to try mediation and preach its’ benefits. The masses have begun to open up to the idea of this simple,…

Anxiety disorder treatment typically involves a combination of lifestyle changes, psychotherapy, and medication. If you’re uncertain about taking medication to treat your anxiety disorder, you’re not alone. Many people who suffer from anxiety disorders aren’t sure if medication is right…

Living with a dual diagnosis – a substance abuse disorder and a mental illness – is tough. At 12-Step recovery support groups, you’ll be told that you can’t be sober and take antidepressants or other “mood-altering” drugs. You’ll face twice…

Treatment for anxiety often involves antidepressants and psychotherapy. But what if you could relieve your anxiety naturally, using acupuncture? Some research suggests it’s possible. Auricular Acupuncture Relieves Stress and Anxiety Auricular acupuncture, which is performed on acupuncture points in the…

For some forms of depression, there are alternative depression treatment methods that can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional depression treatment, like medication and talk therapy. If you suffer from depression, you feel alone. One in ten American adults struggle…

A study published in the April 18, 2014 online edition of the American Journal of Psychiatry suggests that virtual reality exposure therapy, or VRE, could treat PTSD symptoms in combat veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan. Researchers at Emory University recruited…

New mental health parity rules related to the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 and the Affordable Care Act are requiring insurers to offer more comprehensive coverage of mental and behavioral disorders. That’s good news if you’re…

Treating an eating disorder isn’t something you should try to do yourself at home. Are you or someone you care about suffering from an eating disorder? If so, professional help is necessary to bring about true healing. It might seem…

If you or someone close to you is suffering from an eating disorder, choosing an effective eating disorder program could save his or her life. Here’s what you should look for in an effective program. Specialization Eating disorders are complex…

Food addiction is real – it occurs because fatty, salty, and sugary foods stimulate the brain to release dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with feelings of pleasure and reward. The mechanism behind food addiction is nature’s way of encouraging us to…

Stress can affect every aspect of your life, including your mental, emotional, and physical health. At our stress rehabilitation center, we strive to help you relax and restore your mental and physical well-being. And, to give you the tools to…

Binge eating disorder is characterized by bouts of uncontrollable overeating. Unlike bulimia, these periods of bingeing are not followed by attempts to purge through vomiting, abuse of laxatives, or excessive exercising. Learn more about our program for eating disorder treatment…

Researchers have spent decades studying the effects of meditative practice on anxiety and stress. Studies have found that yoga may help relieve anxiety. It does so by moderating the effects of the stress response to lower heart rate and blood…

New evidence suggests that foods rich in sugar, salt, and fat can act on the brain in much the same way as heroin or cocaine. These foods activate the pleasure and reward centers of the brain and can lead to…

There are several types of different medications for anxiety treatment, which are often used in conjunction with psychotherapy to relieve anxiety in the long term. Which different medication for anxiety treatment should you use? That depends on your specific anxiety…

There’s no need to let depression take over your life. With help from our depression treatment centers in Florida, you can feel vibrant, joyful, and enthusiastic about life again. Here are some tips to get the most from your stay…

Bipolar disorder can make it impossible to live a normal life, hold down a job, go to school, or carry on normal relationships, especially when it’s paired with other disorders like depression or an eating disorder. Bipolar disorder and borderline…

One in five people who have an eating disorder like bulimia will eventually die from it. If you’re suffering from bulimia, intensive treatment like the eating disorder program at The Delray Center for Healing could save your life. Bulimia nervosa,…

Even low levels of anxiety and stress can be extremely damaging if they’re allowed to fester over weeks, months, or years. Depression, substance abuse, panic attacks, and other serious conditions can manifest as a result of unresolved stress and anxiety….

Depression is a serious mental illness that can have devastating consequences if not treated properly. Our depression treatment programs seek to treat depression holistically, through a combination of psychotherapy, medication, education, group therapy, and alternative treatments. These programs always begin…

Food addiction, also known as compulsive overeating, is a serious condition. If left untreated, it can lead to life-threatening complications. For example, heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, major depression, arthritis, stroke, bone deterioration, and kidney disease. The…

Tens of millions of Americans struggle with binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia. 0.9 percent of women and 0.3 percent of men will struggle with anorexia sometime in their life; 1.5 percent of women and 0.5 percent of men will struggle…

Bulimia treatment facilities seek to help people overcome the disordered eating patterns associated with bulimia. People who have this disorder binge eat, consuming thousands of calories in a very short time. Then, they try to make up for the calories…

It’s every parent’s worst nightmare – discovering that their teenage child has been systematically starving him or herself in an effort to lose weight. It’s even more shocking to realize that your dangerously thin child still looks into the mirror…

According to popular stereotypes, only teenage girls and women need the help of eating disorder treatment Delray Beach clinics. In truth, as many as ten percent of those who need the services of eating disorder treatment Delray Beach clinics are…

The concept of “food addiction” might sound ridiculous to some, but a growing body of research suggests that people can become addicted to foods just as easily as they might become addicted to substances like heroin or alcohol. That’s because…

Eating disorders can be as destructive and as painful any drug addiction. The only difference is that food is involved as opposed to drug use. An eating disorder is either a lack of food intake or eating way more then…

Food is used by living beings to stay alive as it is humans’ primary nutrient source for fuel to keep the body and organs functioning. When someone eats food they don’t normally eat it in order to deal with a…

The Delray Center for Healing has stress rehabilitation centers offered in South Florida. If you suffer from too much anxiety or stress it can be detrimental to your physical and mental health. Especially, if it lasts over a long period…