Nearly one-fourth of U.S. adults have at least one mental illness, making accessible treatment extremely important. At Sunlight Recovery in Boca Raton, Florida, our residential mental health treatment program is designed for individuals whose symptoms may be too severe for outpatient care alone.
What Is Inpatient Mental Health Treatment at Sunlight Recovery?
Our residential mental health treatment program involves staying overnight in our dedicated facility in Boca Raton for a period of days or weeks. During this time, you’ll receive ongoing access to therapy, medications, and other vital services in a secure, supportive environment. By living on‑site, you can focus fully on your recovery—without the stressors of daily life such as work, school or family responsibilities.
Conditions Commonly Treated With a Mental Health Inpatient Program
Our residential treatment at Sunlight Recovery is designed for individuals with moderate to severe mental health conditions such as:
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder typically causes rapid shifts in a person’s mood or energy level. Manic episodes are characterized by impulsivity, excessive energy and elevated mood. Depressive episodes can cause fatigue, sadness and loss of interest in everyday activities.
Inpatient mental disorder treatment is appropriate when a person’s mania or depression is so severe it leads to dangerous behavior. For example, someone with psychosis can benefit from the structured environment of a mental health inpatient program. Our program offers stabilization and structured support.
Major Depressive Disorder
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mental health condition that causes persistent sadness and hopelessness. People with this disorder often experience changes in their sleep, energy levels and appetite.
Inpatient treatment is often recommended when someone with MDD expresses suicidal thoughts or engages in self-harm. It’s also beneficial if major depressive disorder prevents them from eating or taking medications as scheduled.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental health condition that affects the way a person thinks, feels and experiences reality. Common symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, social withdrawal and disorganized speech. In some people, schizophrenia causes an individual to lose touch with reality. When this happens, inpatient care is essential for stabilizing the individual in a safe environment.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD typically develops after someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. One of the most common symptoms of PTSD is flashbacks, but the disorder can also cause nightmares, emotional numbness and hypervigilance.
Inpatient treatment is appropriate if an individual has severe anxiety or displays self-destructive behaviors. Many inpatient programs have trauma-informed counselors on staff to help individuals with PTSD recover.
Substance Use Disorders
Substance use disorder causes an individual to drink alcohol or use drugs even when it has a negative impact on their life. Alcohol, cocaine, methamphetamine and other substances have significant effects on a person’s physical and mental health.
Long-term substance use also makes it difficult for a person to engage in their daily activities. Someone who uses drugs may miss work frequently, have financial difficulties related to their drug use or even face criminal charges for using illicit substances. Inpatient treatment helps people with substance use disorder withdraw safely.
What to Expect: Daily Structure, Therapy and Support
Structure is important for people with mental health conditions as it creates a sense of control. It can also encourage healthy habits and reduce the stress that comes with uncertainty. Every inpatient treatment program is a little different, but all offer daily structure to give participants a sense of normalcy.
In our Boca Raton residential program you’ll experience:
- Morning routine. In the morning, patients may have breakfast together and then do a group check-in. This sets a positive tone for the day ahead. Group check-ins also enhance accountability and help participants build positive relationships.
- Nutrition and exercise. Inpatient treatment centers typically offer well-balanced meals to help patients regain their strength. It’s also common for a treatment center to offer several exercise options. For example, patients might walk outdoors or take yoga. Physical activity can help strengthen the mind-body connection, which is essential for recovering from a severe mental health condition.
- Evening reflection. Some programs set aside time for reflection each evening. This might involve journaling or other stress-relieving activities.
The rest of the day is devoted to therapeutic programming, which is a set of coordinated activities meant to help patients improve their physical and mental well-being. For example, it’s common for patients to participate in individual therapy, group therapy and family therapy.
Benefits of 24-7 Care in Crisis or Severe Cases
The biggest advantage of inpatient mental health treatment is that patients receive round-the-clock care. If their symptoms worsen, someone is always available to help. Our residential program provides round‑the‑clock care and several important advantages:
- Multidisciplinary support. Licensed therapists, psychiatrists, and nursing staff work together at our Boca Raton campus to adjust your care plan in real time. Treatment providers meet regularly to adjust care plans and make changes based on each patient’s progress. This multidisciplinary support may help improve treatment outcomes.
- Reduced isolation. Many people with mental health conditions withdraw from their relationships. This increases the risk of isolation, which can make mental health issues even worse. Inpatient treatment gives participants the opportunity to spend time with other people who understand what they’re going through.
- Immediate stabilization. Staff members are trained to recognize the signs of a medical emergency. They also know how to help patients experiencing severe mental health symptoms.
How Inpatient Treatment Differs From Outpatient Care
Inpatient and outpatient care differ in three ways: environment, length of stay and level of supervision.
- Outpatient care is typically home-based, with patients working, attending school and participating in other activities while they’re receiving treatment. Inpatient care takes place in a hospital or a residential facility.
- Outpatient treatment may last from a few weeks to months. Inpatient treatment usually lasts from a few days to a few weeks.
- During an outpatient program, patients have contact with treatment providers on a regular basis. Inpatient treatment involves continuous monitoring.
How to Know If Inpatient Is the Right Choice
Consider our program if you:
- You have suicidal thoughts or plan to harm yourself in some way.
- You’re using substances without regard for their negative effects on your life.
- Your symptoms aren’t improving with outpatient treatment.
- You don’t have adequate support at home.
- Your mental health condition is interfering with your ability to work, eat, sleep or perform other daily activities.
- You feel disconnected from reality.
- Are located in or able to travel to Boca Raton, Florida and ready for full‑time care.
Get Help Now in Boca Raton, Florida
If you’ve been struggling to manage your mental health on your own, help is available. Contact Sunlight Recovery today to learn how our residential mental health treatment program in Boca Raton can support your journey back to wellness.
