With all the latest media coverage, the isolated cases of Ebola in the US has stirred up, it is easy for us to feel as if we are on the brink of a deadly outbreak. This is despite what our…
Staying Healthy though the holidays
by Jessie Timmons Whether or not you personally celebrate any of the winter holidays, the cultural explosion that is the “holiday season” is nearly impossible to miss, and it starts early. With mass-media advertising, lights strewn throughout the city,…
A Different Take on Gun Laws and Mental Health
Mental illness and guns: the issue is suicide Few murders will be prevented, but many lives will be saved By Steven S. Sharfstein 8:00 a.m. EDT, March 17, 2013 Some years ago, I was called by one of my patients…
Welcome
The decision to see a psychiatrist is not an easy decision; however, it is often a decision that can dramatically improve the quality of a person’s life. Mental health issues rob people of their peace of mind, their joy, and…