My name is Jake W., and I consider myself in recovery today for OCD and anxiety because of my time at Lifeskills. My treatment journey In May of 2021, I found myself still in a state of up and down distress due to my disorder despite many years of therapy and hard work by me
In November of 2021, I was homeless, unmedicated, jobless, and struggling. My father told me he would only help me if I came to Florida, so I did because I needed his help. He immediately put me in the hospital in Delray, where I stayed for two weeks. I began to feel better after being
Our journey is similar to many who came before us and many more in the future who will experience the silent epidemic of mental illness. The beginning of our journey Before Lifeskills, our daughter went to college to pursue an undergraduate degree. She flourished while she was there; she made the Dean’s List 3
Lifeskills alumnus Logan courageously shares his story of self-discovery, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose after treatment. Before Lifeskills: A Turbulent Road Before Lifeskills, I was not mentally right. I was aggressive, angry, and resentful. I would blame others for things not going right in my life and not assume the blame for
People often use the terms “panic attack” and “anxiety attack” interchangeably. You might wonder, “Is there a difference between the two?” Sure, they share some commonalities, but even if people treat the terms as if they’re the same, panic and anxiety are two distinct diagnoses. Each term has a specific meaning, and each condition has
Before entering Lifeskills South Florida, Kathy’s life was in turmoil. Emotionally, she was distraught, grappling with a failing marriage and self-doubt about her motherhood. Despite her yearning for a return to normalcy, denial stood in her way until Lifeskills shattered its grip, guiding her toward recovery. Kathy found solace in the professionalism and compassion of
Mental health treatment is not “one size fits all.” Different people require different approaches to care. Thankfully, mental health treatment programs recognize the variety of needs and offer a range of services to help each person who reaches out for care. There are many types of mental health treatment to provide care for the most
Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a multifaceted condition that affects more than 10% of the population in the US.1 While it isn’t categorized as a primary mental illness like depression or schizophrenia, it is intricately linked to mental health. Alcohol addiction and mental health share a complex relationship. How do the
Bipolar disorder is a severe mental health disorder that causes drastic shifts in mood, activity, and energy levels. It consists of two distinct mood episodes: manic episodes and depressive episodes. People with bipolar disorder vacillate between these two states over weeks or months, depending on the type of bipolar disorder they have. Although there is
Meet Jordan, a Lifeskills alumnus, who courageously shares his remarkable journey of transformation. From a place of despair, Jordan found hope, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose at Lifeskills. Before Lifeskills: A Desperate Struggle Before I got to Lifeskills, I was in a pretty bad place. Emotionally, I was empty and wanted to kill
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