The recommendations of an FDA advisory panel could mean new restrictions on electroconvulsive therapy — a controversial treatment used by tens of thousands of U.S. patients with severe depression and other… Read More
Programs and Therapies
Magnet Therapy an Option for Tough-to-Treat Depression
A treatment for major depression that uses intense magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain, previously shown to reduce acute symptoms for brief periods, appears to work over the longer term… Read More
Executive Alcohol Treatment Centers
Alcohol addiction and abuse affects every aspect of a person’s life. No matter how hard you try to keep it under control, it eventually impacts your family, your friends and… Read More
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Co-Occurring Disorders
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is one of the fastest-growing treatment methods for Borderline Personality Disorder. It has also shown positive results in treating a variety of mood-related disorders co-occurring with… Read More
MDs gain prominence in a patient-centered program
by Barbara Woods, LCSW, ACSW With the advent of the current economic crisis, addiction treatment facilities across the country have faced greater challenges than ever before. Perhaps it is better… Read More
Nature Walk Therapy
What is Nature Walk Therapy? “Stop and smell the roses” is a common phrase used as a helpful reminder to slow down, relax, and experience the beauty of nature. Many… Read More
T’ai Chi Therapy
History of T’ai Chi T’ai Chi, also known as T’ai Chi Chuan, is an ancient Chinese form of martial arts. It was developed as early as 225 A.D.
Personal Training & Functional Fitness
Personal Training and Functional Fitness in Treatment Facilities Many times, being an athlete and having an eating disorder go hand in hand. By incorporating a functional fitness and activity plan,… Read More
