- The Region's Most Comprehensive Substance Use Treatment CenterAt Pathways, we don't pass judgment. We treat you with compassion and care.All the help you need, with the privacy you deserve. Pathways is a central resource to help you recover. Our behavioral health campus is both secure and secluded, and we uphold the highest standards of privacy.Specially trained professionals. Our counselors, nurses, doctors and physician assistants are specialists in treatment.A place of refuge. Nestled in the woods, our serene campus helps you leave behind the stress of daily life. It offers:Comfortable, two-person rooms with private bathrooms.A patio for outdoor dining, gathering and self-reflection.Ways to build resilience. Our adventure therapy course helps you build resilience. It helps you regain a sense of trust and control that you can carry out into the world.Help as soon as you need it. At Luminis Health Pathways, we focus on getting you the help you need as soon as possible. We have a streamlined intake process to get you in a treatment program when you need it.A continuum of care with seamless transitions. Pathways shares a campus with the J. Kent McNew Family Medical Center. At whatever point you enter our care, we provide care that meets your needs. You get the right treatment at the right time, which could include:An inpatient program.A partial hospitalization program.An intensive outpatient program.A continuing care outpatient program.A traditional outpatient group.A DWI/DUI education and treatment program.ConditionConditions/Services/Treatments PageWe offer compassionate, individualized care for individuals that need support with managing addiction and substance use. Luminis Health Pathways provides a complete support system for you and your loved ones. Our comprehensive program can help, even if you or your loved one has been in treatment before. We have all of the tools needed to help you overcome substance use disorder.What Is Substance Use Disorder?Whether you are dealing with alcohol or drug addiction, substance use isn't a character flaw or lack of willpower. It's a disease known as substance use disorder. Substance use changes your brain and your behavior. And, if you don't treat it — it can't get better.At Pathways, we understand what you're going through. We know you're not in control. And we want to help you take that control back.Substance use disorder treatment isn't just detox — the most intense form of treatment. It's help managing any use of alcohol or legal and illegal drugs that interferes with your life and damages your relationships. It can be a lonely place, but you're not alone.We are your guiding light through the fog of dependency and addiction. One day at a time. One step at a time. Now and into the future.0
- Men's Health, Women's Health, Wellness, Patient StoriesGeneral Page Tier 3BlogLife has changed for Scott Zimmerman. He has a new attitude and outlook on life. He feels 20 years younger now that he is 70 pounds lighter and no longer needs treatment for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and sleep apnea. How did this husband, father of two teens and HVAC specialist at AAMC do it? Last April, he had weight loss surgery. “The moment of truth came when I thought I wouldn’t wake up to see my kids,” says Scott, who knew his health was going in the wrong direction. “This wasn’t so much about weight loss as it was about health gain and getting back my energy. Now I want to do things and not just sit around the house,” he says. “I’m enjoying life again.”0
- Men's Health, Women's Health, Wellness, Patient StoriesGeneral Page Tier 3BlogVivian Clark was 58 years old when she suffered a heart attack, seemingly out of the blue. Her cardiologist told her she needed to get her weight under control. So when she received a brochure in the mail for Anne Arundel Medical Center’s (AAMC’s) class on the Mayo Clinic Diet, she was intrigued. The Mayo Clinic Diet focuses on behavioral changes that can lead to long-term weight loss. Vivian, a Bowie resident, liked the diet’s strategic approach. So she signed up for last January’s 12-week workshop. She’s lost 12 pounds since then, a result of making wiser food choices and spending more time preparing meals. Vivian says she now wakes up in the morning and thinks about her intentions for the day, including what she’s going to eat. “You owe it to yourself to understand the motivations for why you eat,” Vivian says. “Are you hungry? Are you anxious? Are you depressed? A lot of us mindlessly eat.” She says AAMC nutritionist and registered dietitian Ann Caldwell helped her think about those things by focusing on how she eats, not just what she eats. Lifestyle shift “It really is a head shift,” Ann says. “What choices am I making every day to drive my health in the right direction?” Ann says these choices are a primary focus of the class, which AAMC has offered since 2013. Each class averages around 25 students. The class takes a true commitment, Ann says. During the first class, students take a readiness assessment to determine if it’s the right time for them to make these changes. If it’s not, and they decide not to return for a second class, they’ll get a refund. “It really is about lifestyle,” Ann adds. Vivian says she and her husband now make it a point to focus on dinner, rather than being distracted by the TV or their phones. Vivian’s also learned a lot about food itself, including how to read labels to determine exactly what she’s putting into her body. Students took a tour of Giant, where they learned how to select healthy products, from fruits and vegetables to grains and meat. Moderation is key And although her husband didn’t take the class with her, Vivian says he’s been able to benefit, as well. They now spend a lot more time and money in the produce section of the grocery store, focusing on eating a colorful array of fruits and vegetables. A typical meal for the couple these days includes salmon with roasted vegetables, or stuffed peppers with quinoa, black beans and a small portion of Italian sausage. Vivian also keeps healthy snacks, such as oranges or boiled eggs, around so she’s not tempted to snack on junk food. But she does still treat herself – just in moderation. She recently made a pan of brownies, but it took her and her husband 10 days to finish them off. “You can’t deprive yourself,” she says. Sign up for one of our upcoming Mayo Clinic Diet classes today.0
- Community, News & Press ReleasesGeneral Page Tier 3Blog“I heard a radio playing, I knocked and nothing…I opened the door and found him lying there,” said Austin Wilson, 17, describing the scene where he found an overdose victim in the bathroom of the Glen Burnie, Md., 7-Eleven where he works. Austin had previously graduated from a prevention and education course provided by Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) Pathways. He immediately recognized the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and quickly called 911. He never imagined the skills he learned would one day save a person’s life. In June, State’s Attorney Wes Adams, along with Keisha Brooks and Amanda Larkins, both of Pathways, surprised Austin at the 7-Eleven. Austin received a citation in recognition of his actions. “He saved a life…Austin is really a hero,” said Adams. “It’s important for me, as the State’s Attorney, to come out and recognize good deeds because we see so many bad ones.” Recognizing the signs of an opioid overdose According to the Maryland Health Department, the state saw 1,468 deaths related to overdoses in the third quarter of 2016 alone. AAMC Pathways offers prevention education as part of its commitment to community outreach. Courses highlight an assortment of topics. On July 7, the treatment center is offering a 45-minute training on how to recognize an overdose and administer Naloxone (“Narcan”), an opioid overdose reversing drug available over-the-counter at Maryland pharmacies. Register by emailing [email protected] or sign up online. If you are ever a bystander at the scene of an overdose, seek immediate medical help. Signs of opioid overdose may include: euphoria drowsiness respiratory depression nausea vomiting constricted pupils0
- Behavioral HealthGeneral Page Tier 3BlogIf you have a teenager, no doubt the world is much different than your childhood. Social media apps have made it easy for teens to communicate with strangers—and sometimes, the people they interact with online are actually scammers. Parents should prioritize monitoring their children’s online activities, especially their interactions with others. It’s crucial to engage in open and meaningful conversations about the potential risks of living in a social media obsessed world. You may be surprised to learn social media scams are far-reaching, impacting teens around the world. While anyone can fall victim to these sexting scams, teenage boys are often targeted by scammers using blackmail tactics. What exactly are sexting scams? Sometimes referred to as sextortion, sexting scams are meant to scare victims into handing over money. While the details can vary, scammers gain the trust of victims before tricking them into sharing compromising photos. The predator threatens to share the photos with the victims’ family and friends unless they pay money. Strangers pose as interested girls and convince unsuspecting boys to send naked photos of themselves showing their face. After sending the photos, they are immediately blackmailed for money. The frequency of this scam has prompted federal law enforcement to issue warnings, cautioning that scammers are targeting children as young as ten years old. If our kids aren’t equipped to recognize it as a scam — or don’t feel comfortable coming to their parents when it happens — it can be dangerous. Ranging from anxiety and depression to thoughts of suicide, these scams can have troubling and long-lasting effects on their mental health. What are the signs my teen may be in trouble? There are many signals to help you determine if your child may have been victimized. Parents should start asking questions if they discover their teen: Becomes unwilling to talk about their online interactions with you or anyone else Exhibits sudden changes in behavior, like moodiness or isolating themselves Expresses fear or discomfort about someone they met online Grades suddenly drop Loses interest in activities Receives messages from strangers asking for personal information Uses electronic devices to the point of ignoring things going on around them Withdraws money from bank accounts or purchases gift cards How can I help if my teen falls victim to sexting scams? If your child is in this kind of situation, you should take the following steps: Let the blackmailer know parents are now involved, you are not afraid, and the harassment needs to stop immediately. Keep proof of all conversations and make backups. Don’t send any money. Even if the harasser has potentially damaging photos of your child, there’s no guarantee that sending them money will end the blackmail. Report the scam to the social media platform. Contact the police. You can call the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) at (800) CALL-FBI or report the harassment online at fbi.gov. You can also report the incident to the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force at icactaskforce.org. Talking to your teen openly and often is your best defense The more you and your child talk about these situations, the less likely they are to become a victim. Before your child gets a cell phone, talk to them about the importance of keeping personal photos and personal information private, even if they are in a mature relationship. Sharing compromising photos is never a good idea. But if your teen shares nude photos, they should know that they can come to you, or another trusted adult, for help. The Luminis Health Behavioral Health Clinic in Lanham is a safe space for teens. The urgent care offers services for those needing non-emergency, non-life-threatening behavioral health care. It’s open from 8 am to 5:30 pm, Monday-Friday, for adults and children 4 years of age and older. Author Dr. Jesselina Curry is Luminis Health’s regional medical director for Ambulatory Behavioral Health Services PC: Maureen Porto Photography0
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