Obsessive-compulsive disorder, colloquially referred to as OCD, is defined as a chronic disorder in which a person has uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions), behaviors (compulsions), or both. Most people affected by OCD suffer from unwanted and intrusive thoughts that are long-lasting and cause them to repeatedly perform ritualistic behaviors to try and ease anxiety. OCD can be a debilitating disorder because it can continuously disrupt life. Finding the best treatment for this mental health disorder is crucial for those who want to take control of the disorder and gain relief. … Continue reading
Millions of Americans suffer from clinical depression and take an antidepressant to help subdue their debilitating symptoms. While medications have helped many people, antidepressants do not work for everyone. Many people still suffer from feelings of hopelessness, sadness, lack of enthusiasm, loss of energy, and interruptions in sleep and appetite. … Continue reading
No one ever plans on developing an addiction to alcohol. Most people begin drinking for the effects that alcohol has on the body. Whether it is a feeling of relaxation, a euphoric feeling, or a feeling of detachment – getting a sense of empowerment is generally why people continue to go back to alcohol for. While some people are able to separate their feelings from their consumption of alcohol, many people turn to alcohol because of their feelings. They use alcohol to avoid feelings of stress, anger, depression, sadness, or anxiety. Alcoholism generally stems from the body’s craving for continued use of alcohol and the mind’s inability to face feelings without it. … Continue reading
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that occurs in some people after the occurrence of a highly stressful, shocking, scary, or traumatic event. Doctors do not know why certain people’s bodies react to stress to result in PTSD, but for those individuals, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can interrupt their day-to-day functioning and disrupt their lives. … Continue reading
People from all walks of life experience bouts of sadness in their lives. Unwanted life events happen to everyone on the planet: loss of a loved one, illness, money troubles, relationship issues, job stress. While all people will deal with life occurrences that are upsetting and even heart-wrenching, some people will experience sadness that they cannot rise above. For them, there is no “snapping out of it,” or “coming to peace” with their circumstances. Depression is a mood disorder that causes long-lasting, persistent feelings of sadness. Depression can also lead to loss of interest in day-to-day life with the people you enjoy being around. … Continue reading
When it comes to weighing the cost of treatment for your depression, PTSD, anxiety, or chronic pain, it can be overwhelming. You’ll take into consideration the fees, success rates, and possible side effects of treatment. Often, the treatment plans can be very different, so it proves to be challenging to compare them to each other. … Continue reading
CRPS is short for complex regional pain syndrome. It can cause crippling pain. It can also be challenging to find effective relief if you suffer from it. Ketamine treatments are a safe and effective option to find relief from your CRPS when other medication and therapy has not given you relief. There are many frequently asked questions when it comes to CRPS. … Continue reading
At Ketamine Healing Clinic of Los Angeles, we offer relief from anxiety disorders for our patients with safe ketamine IV infusion treatments. Ketamine is a prescription anesthetic that has been safely used for over 50 years in the medical field. These treatments, along with ongoing therapy to manage anxiety, can mitigate the impact of these disorders for a productive, happy life for you. … Continue reading
According to the International OCD Foundation, “Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and walks of life, and occurs when a person gets caught in a cycle of obsessions and compulsions.” … Continue reading
