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Bipolar disorder is a relatively common mental health diagnosis—yet misunderstanding about this disorder and treatment persists. . Unrelenting stigma suppresses open discussion of mental health-related issues. It is critically important to spread accurate information about this disorder and the reality …
Your body and your mind are connected. They are symbiotic. This means is that, when you do something to keep your body healthy, it also benefits your mind. Indeed, research confirms repeatedly that one of the keys to mental health …
Mental health disorders do not just affect the individual with the diagnosis. They affect all those in the periphery—friends, partners, kids, and family members. Those friends and family members, in turn, can play a big role in the recovery process—providing …
In a moment of panic or anxiety, it is important to stop, breathe deeply, and use a stress management tool—anything that helps protect mind and body from stress. In recent months, much attention has shifted to mindfulness and meditation as …
Since 1994, the week leading up to Father’s Day has been set aside as Men’s Health Week. This is an important time to talk openly and honestly about some of the health issues that men struggle with—and that includes mental …
Initially, it might seem like the brain and the digestive system could not possibly be that closely related. Actually, there is a growing body of research regarding the mind-gut connection. The bottom line is this: Scientists have determined that what …
May has been designated as Mental Health Month for 2016—a key opportunity for us to elevate the conversation and raise awareness for issues related to mental health. Sadly, despite the overwhelming number of Americans who are impacted by mental health …
Opioids have long been known for their powerful effects in minimizing and mitigating pain; indeed, many of the most potent prescription painkillers are opioids. Since opioids are also powerfully addictive, more and more researchers and clinicians are encouraging other, non-pharmaceutical …
Children can experience stress and trauma just as surely as grown-ups can. What makes these situations especially troubling is that children often lack the tools to verbalize their pain; the adults around them may therefore assume that the child is …
World Health Day is coming soon; on April 7, we’ll be banding together as a global community to focus on some of the most pressing healthcare issues of our time. This year’s theme is a simple one: Beat Diabetes. That …
WestBridge - Enhancing Lives Together
At WestBridge, we work with adults and families from around the country and, in some cases, the world. One of the unique features of our model is our virtual clinical interview which allows us to deepen our assessment and begin building trust and engaging participants in the pre-admission process.