Mental Health
While May is known as Mental Health Month, it’s important to remember that there are those suffering from mental health problems all year long. May is to help us raise awareness for the importance... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
If you’re seeking mental health or substance use help, you may have heard the term “group therapy” at some point or another. However, some might not feel comfortable with the idea of group... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
By Nancy Dauphinais, LMHC Injuring yourself on purpose by deliberately inflicting physical harm to your body is called self-injurious behavior and can include behaviors such as cutting, scratching,... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Mental illness refers to disorders related to mind that affects your thinking, mood, and behavior. According to a recent study report by National Alliance on Mental Illnesses, about 25% of Americans... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Depression: it's an illness some have experienced, but that few understand. The word itself is often used in a casual tone or interchanged with overall feelings of sadness. However, it's imperative... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
If you're in the Southwest Florida area seeking mental health and substance use support groups and group therapy programs, the David Lawrence Centers has mental health and addiction services... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Taking an active part in the work of a garden can be enjoyable and therapeutic. Gardening can be used as a way of calming ones mind, after a long stressful week at the office. There is something... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
According to the American Psychological Association, “stress can be a reaction to a short-lived situation, such as being stuck in traffic. Or it can last a long time when you’re dealing with... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
The tragic loss of Robin Williams sparked a worldwide conversation about mental health, depression, suicide and aging. Old age is often portrayed as a time of rest, reflection and opportunities o do... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
In many homes today teens suffering from substance use and addiction go unnoticed, simply because parents are unaware of the signs. According to Help Guide, “experimenting with drugs doesn’t... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Self-directed Violence: Did you know suicide is a serious public health problem that can have lasting harmful effects on individuals, families, and communities? According to the Centers for Disease... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Mental health help services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the emergency mental health and substance use needs of children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. This service... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Adult group therapy is provided at the David Lawrence Centers to help address specific mental health and substance use problems. The group therapy modality is used throughout many of the David... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Dana Castro, MD David Lawrence Centers Psychiatrist and Crossroads Addictionologist For so many, the suicide of Robin Williams is baffling. His wit, his sensitivity, his drive, and the success... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Scott Haltzman, M.D. David Lawrence Centers Senior Psychiatrist, Adult Outpatient Services A client, we will call her Sara for the purposes of this article, had a specific concern when she came... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
In honor of May's Mental Health Month and our strategic priority of integrating mental health and physical healthcare, let's focus on how we can care for our mind and body to improve our overall... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Through increases in divorce and remarriage, the concept of ‘family' has changed. Along with that modification, came an altering of what the definitions and expectations are that seem to be... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Our community partner Drug Free Collier has provided some great tips for parents to make sure their kid's summer isn't "wasted". Students, teachers and parents alike look forward to a break from an... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
For more than 60 years, Americans have celebrated the observance of Mental Health Month in May as an opportunity to reach millions with a unified message about mental health awareness. This year's... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Millions of Americans struggle with depression. At the David Lawrence Centers, the number one diagnosis for individuals seeking assistance is depression. Depressive disorders affect approximately 15%... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Most individuals seeking behavioral health services have histories of trauma which often lead to mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. Historically, trauma related treatment... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
To help cope with what appears to be a long-term economic downturn, people can follow these simple guidelines to reduce stress and sadness: Focus on positive aspects of your life. Look to family... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
When you're angry, blood pressure rises, your heart rate and breathing speed up, and your body unleashes a surge of hormones that prepare it for physical aggression. Holding in rage can cause chronic... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Jenny's struggle with mental illness began shortly after her twin boys were born when they were removed from her home due to neglect. She was diagnosed with depression and spent the next year in... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
The men and women of our workforce are our most valuable assets in business. Good employees are hard to find and expensive to train. Employee Assistance Programs like the one offered through the... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
By Dr. Brent Lovett, David Lawrence Centers Medical Director The decision to seek professional help for a child can be difficult for parents. Mom and Dad are usually the first to recognize... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
