Laguna Shores Mental Health Blog
Welcome to the Laguna Shores Mental Health blog, a resource for individuals struggling with mental health challenges, as well as their friends, family, and partners. Our blog covers a wide range of topics, from managing anxiety and depression to supporting a loved one in recovery. Whether you’re seeking information for yourself or someone close to you, we provide expert insights, practical tips, and compassionate advice to help guide you through the journey. At Laguna Shores, we believe in empowering individuals and families with the knowledge and support they need to improve mental health and well-being.
If you've experienced a frightening or disturbing event, you might wonder about the difference between trauma and PTSD. At Laguna Shores Mental Health, I see many people who are confused about these terms and whether…
If you're feeling unusually sad, irritable, or empty during the holiday season, you might be experiencing what's commonly known as "holiday depression." This challenging emotional state can make it difficult to enjoy festivities, maintain relationships,…
Manic episodes are periods of unusually elevated mood, energy, and behavior that can significantly disrupt daily life. At Laguna Shores Mental Health, we work with many individuals experiencing bipolar disorder and understand how important it…
If you're taking Adderall for ADHD or another condition and noticing feelings of sadness, emptiness, or a general lack of interest in activities you once enjoyed, you might be experiencing depression related to your medication.
If you've ever felt your heart racing, palms sweating, or mind spinning with worry seemingly out of nowhere, you might be experiencing an anxiety trigger. At Laguna Shores Mental Health, we understand that identifying what…
Every year on October 10th, the global community unites to observe World Mental Health Day. This isn't just a date on the calendar; it's a powerful, collective reminder that mental health is a universal human…
Mental health treatment is not one-size-fits-all. For some, the opportunity to share experiences with others in group therapy provides comfort and connection. For others, the privacy and depth of individual therapy offer a more effective…
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has proven to be an incredibly effective treatment for trauma recovery. Whether you're dealing with a single traumatic event or complex, ongoing trauma, EMDR provides a structured approach…
Schizophrenia has stage-by-stage progressions characterized by diverse symptoms. Thus, knowing the phases of Schizophrenia is key to curbing symptom flare-ups. We’ll help you identify these phases and pinpoint where you are in an effort to…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is widely recognized as a mental health condition stemming from exposure to traumatic events. However, less commonly discussed—but equally important—is a subset of individuals who may experience psychotic symptoms alongside PTSD.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a complex mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Symptoms of PTSD can significantly affect a person’s daily life.
Bipolar disorder and schizophrenia are often misunderstood, yet they affect people in very different ways. While both involve significant shifts in mood, perception, and behavior, the way they manifest and are treated varies greatly.
