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After much consideration and careful analysis, the David Lawrence Centers Encore Resale Shop will close effective Friday, July 29th. Over the last several years, there has been a steady decline... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
In June, members of the DLC Board of Directors and executive management along with our contractor Heatherwood Construction gathered to celebrate the official ground breaking of the new Children’s... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
No one ever imagines or hopes that their future will involve drug addiction. But 23.5 million individuals in the United States have found themselves addicted to drugs or alcohol. Addiction is not... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Deputies in Naples disrupted a cocaine supply in Collier County in the hopes of decreasing the risk of drug use and abuse. Click here to check out the story to see Nancy, our Chief Operating... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
We know what you eat can affect your waistline, but not many people realize that what you eat (and don’t eat) can also affect your mental health. Eating in a healthy way can help prevent and manage... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Sadness, fear, helplessness, and anxiety are all natural responses to the shooting in Orlando. Everyone feels and reacts to traumatic events such as hate crimes and terrorist attacks differently.... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Could Naloxone be the new weapon against a heroin overdose? According to Fox 4 Now, a new weapon has been made available to help fight a deadly addiction - heroin abuse. CVS announced the new drug... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
It may sound surprising, but there are over-the-counter drugs that are putting teens' lives in danger. Anti-diarrhea drugs that are offered over-the-counter contains enough to help teens get high and... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
With the recent celebrity deaths of legendary musician Prince and WWE wrestler Chyna, the general public has become increasingly aware that a fatal prescription medication overdose could happen to... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Everyone can get the blues — especially when you’re facing tough times. It’s a normal part of life. Stress, the loss of a loved one, divorce, and financial trouble can all play a role in... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Some children are hardwired to disturb the peace at home or school, but their unusual energies can serve them well later in life when nurtured effectively. Whether a child has difficult behavior... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Fitness is important for all demographics. Expertise is needed to address the challenges of more specialized populations with unique health considerations such as cardiac rehab, eating disorders and... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
More children on the Crisis Stabilization Unit will benefit from the highly effective, evidence-based holistic art therapy service thanks to a $10,800 grant from the Community Trust Fund of The... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
In May, construction will begin on the expansion of the Children’s Crisis Stabilization Unit. The project will add four additional beds to our campus bringing the total bed capacity to eight for... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
The latest street drug or “Super Pill” has been found to be extremely deadly by Florida Law Enforcement. In fact, this new pill is a fentanyl cut with prescription drugs such as Xanax and... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Social drinking tends to be accepted by most cultures and societies. However, many people don’t actually know what the difference is between social drinking and problematic drinking. In case you... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
It is no secret that drugs can take a detrimental toll on a person’s well-being. However, some drugs are worse for you than others. Injected drugs are generally liquids that are put into the body... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Seeking therapy is a great way to resolve personal issues that you may be dealing with. If you already have a therapist, then you know the benefits of having an objective third party to turn to that... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
It’s no secret that technology has made leaps and bounds in the last decade. We’re now able to do so much from the palms of our hands; we can pay bills, make reservations, shop online, and so... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Naples, Fl – The David Lawrence Centers, Collier County’s only comprehensive, not-for-profit mental health and substance use treatment facility serving children, adults and families, is pleased... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Cyberbullying is the use of electronic communication to bully a person. This is usually done by sending mean messages or even threats to someone though a website, email, social media, phone or text... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
It is never easy to see someone you care for struggling with a physical or mental health disorder, and the value of friendship during these challenging times is crucial. Too often, people respond... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Mental Health Month was started nearly 70 years ago by our local community partner Collier County Mental Health Association’s national organization, Mental Health America, to raise awareness about... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
If you suffer from anxiety, you know that overcoming panic attacks is far from easy. However, there might be a better way to deal with your condition compared to what you have tried in the past. The... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
In honor of February’s National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, our second prevention student mental health We Care Campaign video focused on bringing awareness to the dangers of teen dating... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you might be considering rehab. However, it is important to conduct research so that you are able to feel confident in the addiction... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Selecting the right mental health doctor can be a challenge, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area. However, choosing the right mental health doctor ultimately relies on your individual... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Taking care of your mental health is one of the most important things you can do. If you’re feeling stressed, down, or depressed, it will take a toll on your mind and your everyday life. While... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
The Meek Family, owners and operators of Naples’ oldest art gallery the Harmon-Meek Gallery, believe in supporting organizations in the community through their love of art. The family which... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Children on the Crisis Stabilization Unit will now benefit from the addition of wellness services while in our care thanks to a $10,000 grant provided by Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
The Live Life in Color! Gala was held in January and hosted more than 300 supporters at the beautiful Naples Botanical Garden where guests were welcomed by bright, colorful flower adorned dancers who... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Matching gifts are highly effective, energizing fundraising tools that savvy donors often utilize to exponentially stretch the capacity of a lead donation. This fundraising season David Lawrence... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Teen suicide is a growing national and local health concern. Nearly 100 young people are lost each week to suicide making it the third-leading cause of death for young people ages 15 to 24. Each day... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Facilities like The David Lawrence Centers in Naples, keep a close eye on people who are suicidal and provide them with temporary treatment. Mary Ann Guerra, director of acute care and emergency... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
As many Americans continue to adapt to “Dry January,” the alcohol abstinence campaign derived from the United Kingdom, Nancy Dauphinais explains that it is no different from other... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
In a day and age where things are evolving very quickly, it is important to continue to monitor trends in both youths and adults over long periods of time so that treatment centers are able to... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Partial Hospitalization Programs generally refer to a comprehensive, short-term, intensive, clinical treatment program. Partial hospitalization is a step below inpatient hospitalization, but is more... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Charles Spielberger, PhD, a psychologist who specializes in the study of anger, says that anger is considered “an emotional state that varies in intensity from mild irritation to intense fury and... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Nancy Dauphinais, Crossroads' Clinical Director, was recently featured on NBC-2 story regarding the latest designer drug epidemic in Southwest Florida. Attorney General Bondi announces a... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
David Lawrence Centers Partners with Public Schools in Health Moves Physical Education Pilot Program
About half of all mental health conditions have their first onset in childhood or adolescence usually before the age of 14. As a result, David Lawrence Centers is committed to advancing... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
David Lawrence Centers is a proud partner of Give Where You Live Collier, our region’s awesome 24-hour online giving challenge. This exciting event is organized by the Community Foundation of... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
The David Lawrence Centers has enhanced its Crossroads substance use continuum through the addition of a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). This level of care is designed for individuals who need... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
What is Depression? Depression is a condition that makes someone feel sad most of the time and makes it hard to manage daily life. It can be treated by taking medicine, by talking with a therapist,... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Do you know someone with an intense desire to consume alcohol beyond his or her capacity to control it, regardless of the rules of common sense? If so, it is possible he or she may be suffering... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Through efforts spearheaded by Dr. Kamela Patton, Superintendent of Collier County Public Schools, a new student mental health awareness campaign called “We Care” was launched in December 2015.... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
The David Lawrence Centers and Crossroads Rehab Center are committed to restoring and rebuilding the lives of those affected by substance use in Collier County. One of the ways we can help to... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Pat and Bill Barton have been named honorary co-chairs for the David Lawrence Centers and Foundation’s 2016 Live Life in Color! Gala set for January 23, 2016 at the Naples Botanical... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Recently, the David Lawrence Centers was featured on NBC-2 in a story about spending on mental healthcare in Florida. Take a look at a story close to David Lawrence Center's heart and learn more... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
Stimulants increase alertness, attention, and energy, as well as elevate blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration. Stimulants were formerly used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions,... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
David Lawrence Centers recently launched the new Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program targeted to both the adolescent and adult populations. DBT blends proven Western Cognitive therapy and... Read MoreRead More About This NewsArrow Right
