Imagine a holiday season where you're not constantly rushing. A season where you're not squeezing in another party, another gift, another yes that stretches you thin. As women, we often find ourselves in the thick of holiday preparations and expectations. From family...
Women’s Mental Health Blog
The National Institute of Mental Health reports that 1 in 5 women experience a mental health condition in the United States. Mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, or trauma hold women back from living happily. They also can affect physical health, so it’s critical to care for your mental health as much as it is to care for your physical health.
At Lightwork Therapy & Recovery, we strive to give women hope, treatment, and the resources they need to take care of their mental well-being. Read our mental health blogs to learn more about mental health disorders and what you can do to maintain a healthy mind! If you or a loved one are struggling with your mental health, visit our mental health facility for women in Woburn, Massachusetts or call today to find out how we can help!
All people experience some form of loss at one or more points in their lives. Such loss can come in many forms. For example, a person can experience the loss of a loved one due to death or due to simply ending a relationship with that person. Some other forms of loss...
It's normal to feel a bit down after giving birth, but if sadness and anxiety are taking over your days and weeks postpartum, you could be dealing with postpartum depression. The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that postpartum depression...
The holidays can be stressful for many, with the hustle and bustle that comes with wrapping up the year or preparing to welcome in the new one. If you're feeling overwhelmed, it's important to take care of your mental health during this festive season. We want to help...
Have you ever been hurt by someone’s action so deeply that the pain lingered for years? We’ve all been through trauma of some kind, whether in childhood or adulthood. The scars can be physical or emotional, either way, they may impact our lives unexpectedly. A common...
Mental health days are a great way to take time for yourself and practice self-care. Here, we'll explore the signs that you might need to take some time off to focus on your mental well-being. We will also discuss how to make the most of your mental health day and the...