Mental Health Awareness Month is an opportunity to prioritize well-being and make compassionate, expert care more accessible to all. Brown University Health's dedicated specialists are here to support you with trusted guidance, practical tools, and personalized care. Explore ways to strengthen your daily well-being, better understand changes in mood and behavior, and learn how lifestyle choices can impact mental health. You’ll also find resources designed to support communities with unique needs, ensuring care that is inclusive and rooted in understanding. Wherever you are in your mental health journey, you’ll find support here.
Many people turn to their outpatient psychiatrist or therapist for regular mental health care. However, sometimes a weekly appointment isn't enough—this is where a partial hospital program comes in. Now offered virtually, our partial hospital programs are more accessible than ever for those who need help, as people can participate in the full program from the comfort of their homes.
Brown University Health’s Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Services offer a full range of assessment and treatment options to address the mental, emotional and behavioral problems that occur throughout life. Our programs encompass a comprehensive view of mental health that includes and integrates the biological, psychological and social dimensions of care.
Mental health is not only about being free of mental illness, but also how you feel about yourself and others, and your ability to cope with daily life. When your mental or emotional state is making it difficult for you to manage stress, relationships, or everyday responsibilities, it’s time to talk to someone. Discover some tips to be more comfortable talking about your mental health with others.
A primary sign of opioid use disorder is difficulty cutting down or controlling the use of opioids or continuing to use despite the negative consequences. When someone is addicted to opioids, daily life becomes severely affected. If you are concerned about a friend or a loved one, approach them with love, compassion, and concern. Discover more tips for addressing your concerns from our experts at the Recovery Center.
Brown University Health offers a full range of substance use treatment options to support you on your journey to health. Our expert clinical team and staff create a patient-centered environment and offer support as you begin on your path to health. We also provide referrals to outpatient behavioral health, primary care, or inpatient treatment as needed, ensuring you receive the right care for lasting recovery.
During times of stress, it can be common to look to foods that would normally produce feelings of pleasure, enjoyment, and comfort. It is imprtant to remember that your healthful eating habits are part of an investment in your overall self-care practices and can put you on a better path to eating for better mental health.
Consistently practicing self-care can boost both your physical health and your mental well-being, and doesn't have to involve spending a lot of money on fancy tools or experiences. You may have heard of some buzzworthy self-care methods to boost your mental health, such as cold plunging, floating, grounding or earthing, and more. These techniques rely on connecting with the natural elements of water, earth, air, and fire in some capacity, but how much do they actually help mental health?
Gardening can be rewarding and beneficial in so many ways. Whether your preference is fruits, vegetables, flowers, or bushes, getting back to basics and digging in the dirt can do wonders for us. The benefits of gardening can impact both your physical and mental health and is a great way to include the whole family.
While social media has been instrumental in connecting people and sharing information, it can also be dangerous and harmful in other ways. Fortunately, parents and caregivers can model good social media behavior and set boundaries to protect their children when engaging online or on social media.
If you think your child may have a mental health issue, the first question you should ask is whether or not they are in crisis. If your child is in crisis, it means they are at high risk of causing harm to self or others or are completely not able to function.
Bradley Hospital clinicians are specially trained to perform evaluations for children and adolescents, and will direct each child to the most appropriate and effective services for their needs. Call our Access Center at 1-855-543-5465 to get help.
