How to Get Someone into Residential Mental Health Treatment

Blog, Mental Health, Treatment, Uncategorized / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

To get someone into residential mental health treatment, start by having a direct, supportive conversation, then involve a licensed mental health professional for an assessment. If the person is willing, coordinate voluntary admission with a treatment center. If they refuse and pose a safety risk, involuntary treatment options—such as a psychiatric hold—may be necessary depending […]

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Thanksgiving blues can be seen with this photo of sunlight on autumn leaves.

Thanksgiving Blues: Ideas for Handling Them

Anxiety, Blog, Depression, Family, Mental Health / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

It’s that time of year again: the holiday season is upon us. November unofficially kicks off the annual holiday season. The first big seasonal event is Thanksgiving next week. Thanksgiving is a time for millions of people to come together and appreciate family and friends. Unfortunately, for others it often ushers in the Thanksgiving blues,

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A borderline personality disorder test can help determine if you need help like this person is obtaining.

Concerned? A Brief Borderline Personality Disorder Test May Help

Blog, Mental Health, Mental Health Disorder, Personality Disorder / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

Borderline personality disorder, or BPD, is an extremely challenging mental health condition. BPD can be very difficult to recognize, diagnose and treat. It’s also extremely difficult to live with if someone you love is suffering from it. That’s because in the world of psychology, it’s still a relatively new condition. The National Institutes of Health

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Social media and mental health are linked, and this link is very strong during an election cycle.

Social Media and Mental Health: Find a Balance

Depression, Anxiety, Blog, Mental Health / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

In some ways it’s hard to believe, but 20 years ago the term “social media” didn’t even exist in common vernacular. MySpace was all the rage, and then this new network called Facebook came along and changed everything. Suddenly in this new era, we were connecting with people we hadn’t heard from or even thought

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Petulant borderline personality disorder can manifest itself in many ways and lead to stress, as seen in this woman.

Petulant Borderline Personality Disorder – What Is It?

Blog, Mental Health, Mental Health Disorder, Mood Swings, Personality Disorder / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

We’ve all heard someone being described as petulant at some point in our lives, and chances are we know at least one person if not more who can be and often is petulant in nature. Many people have also heard of the psychological condition known as borderline personality disorder or BPD, but not that many

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LGBTQ Pride Month: LGBTQ Mental Health Statistics Overview

Uncategorized, Blog, Food for thought, Work Life / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

According to statistics (updated below),approximately 9 million people in the United States identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. That number represents 400,000 people more than the population of New York City, the largest city in the United States. It is also roughly equivalent to the populations of Los Angeles, Chicago and Houston combined,

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Support includes providing mental health services for veterans.

Breaking the Silence: The Importance of Mental Health Services for Veterans

Depression, Anxiety, Blog, Family, Mental Health, Mental Health Insurance, PTSD / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

Every soldier has a story to tell. But far too often, the darkness they face after returning from service remains unseen and unheard. Mental health issues among veterans are a prevalent and pressing concern that cannot be ignored. Breaking the silence on this issue is crucial. Veterans have willingly risked their lives to protect our

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Christmas scenes are lovely, but holiday season mental health is a challenge for many.

Holiday Season Mental Health Management: Start Planning Now

Anxiety, Blog, Depression, Family, Mental Health / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

Thanksgiving has come and gone, so here we are again – the holiday season for 2023 and the beginning of 2024 is upon us. People are feeling festive, exuberant and excited to take part in countless celebrations with family and friends. It’s an extremely busy time as people scramble around acquiring gifts for those special

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Veterans' mental health is often a challenge after combat scenes like this one.

Report: Veterans’ Mental Health Takes Precipitous Downturn

Blog, Family, Mental Health, Mental Health Insurance, Work Life / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 6,000 military veterans die by way of suicide every year. That’s a terribly troubling statistic, but in relative terms, the news has been somewhat encouraging given that the average number of veteran suicide deaths has been declining slightly over the past two years. Does that mean

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona – Our In-Network Mental Health Partner

Blog, Mental Health, Mental Health Insurance / Dr. Sanjai Thankachen, MD

SoCal Empowered is happy to announce that we are an in-network mental health provider for those who hold healthcare policies with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. Being in-network means that if you or someone on your policy is experiencing serious mental health problems, you or that person can come and stay with us to

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How to Get Someone into Residential Mental Health Treatment

Thanksgiving Blues: Ideas for Handling Them

Concerned? A Brief Borderline Personality Disorder Test May Help

Petulant Borderline Personality Disorder – What Is It?

LGBTQ Pride Month: LGBTQ Mental Health Statistics Overview

Breaking the Silence: The Importance of Mental Health Services for Veterans

Holiday Season Mental Health Management: Start Planning Now

Report: Veterans’ Mental Health Takes Precipitous Downturn

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona – Our In-Network Mental Health Partner

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