By now you’ve probably heard the news that Ocean Mental Health Services has become Bright Harbor Healthcare. One month ago, the leading community provider of mental health, behavioral and addiction services, and integrated care in the community changed their name. But why the name change? As William Shakespeare asked over four centuries ago: “What’s in […]
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Did you know that the largest number of drug overdoses were recorded in 2020? More than 93,000 Americans lost their lives to drug overdoses. Given this staggering number, it is crucial that we raise substance abuse awareness. What is Substance Use Disorder? Substance Use Disorder is a complex condition where a person has an uncontrolled
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It’s back-to-school season! Over the years, there was always excitement over choosing new backpacks, lunch bags, and school clothes. We anticipated the sound of buses in the morning and prepared lunches for the busy days ahead. However, this school year is anything but typical. As a result of the pandemic, many children and parents alike
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When OCD is brought up in conversation, many are apt to characterize it with individuals seeking perfectionism with a high concern for germs. However, these stereotypical ideas are far from illustrating the truth of the matter. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is characterized by the presence of often irrational obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images,
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COVID-19 radically transformed our society and health care systems. Overnight, psychiatrists’ and doctor’s doors were shut and hospitals were beyond full capacity. Uncertainty overwhelmed millions as social distancing and isolation became the new normal. What were patients to do if the psychiatric and mental health services they needed were unavailable to them? Thankfully, telepsychiatry was
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In its simplest of definitions, trauma can be defined as an experience that is both significantly distressing and presents as a real threat of safety to an individual. The impact and effects of a traumatic event on a person can begin to show signs in the days or weeks following the situation that occurred. Every
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Whether you are a service provider, educator, caregiver, or family member, we have all seen how the mental health of a child can impact the functioning of an entire family. Despite this powerful firsthand experience, we often find ourselves in situations where treatment focuses on the struggles of the young person without considering the whole
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When you or a loved one struggles with depression, it can feel like sandbags attached to your legs as you attempt to move forward with symptoms weighing you down with each step. Counseling and medication are often the most common ways to try and “lift” this weight and treat the symptoms. Sometimes the depression does
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Get to know OceanMHS‘s newest team member Susan as she sat down with Willow in this get to know you interview! When did you start working at OceanMHS? I started at OMHS on Friday, March 4, 2021. Three hours after I started this job, I found myself having lunch in a conference room with about
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It’s spring time here at OceanMHS! Spring can be great time to think about your health. How’s your diet? Exercise? Sleep routine? I decided to check in with OceanMHS’ Primary Care APN Nicole Bartucci to have a little chat about spring time health! Nicole says that spring is great time to reevaluate you health, including
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