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. …
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…
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…
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…
When you think of eating disorders you think of someone who doesn’t eat practically anything. Or, someone who eats as much food as possible. Both of these behaviors are very detrimental to one’s health and can even cause problems in…
Dr. Rodriguez founded the Delray Center in 2003 and built it on a foundation of core clinical, professional, and ethical principles that are adhered to still to this day. Dr. Rodriguez founded the Delray Center in 2003 and built it on a foundation of core clinical, professional, and ethical principles that are adhered to still to this day.
