“Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays,” I croon, strumming a borrowed guitar. I’m attempting to be quiet enough to not overshadow others’ conversations while still setting a merry vibe ...

What Is a Psych Ward? A psych ward, also called a psychiatric ward or unit, is where you go to get short-term or in-patient treatment for serious mental health issues. You’ll receive around-the-clock ...

A few weeks after my first child was born, I called my obstetrician in desperation. “I don’t feel good,” I said. “I’m not connecting with the baby. I’m so tired, I don’t think I can do this.” “If ...

Lamar Brown went through a rigorous program at a New York State psychiatric hospital aimed at stopping the “revolving door” for homeless people with mental illness. By Andy Newman Lamar Brown was one ...