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"They don't mask disease symptoms," he says. "They're really designed to try to rewire the brain." -- David Olson, Assistant Professor, UC Davis

There’s evidence that certain hobbies can boost our mood, which won’t only get you away from the ‘Play next episode’ button but also make you feel happier and more relaxed.

From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving! #teamshrink #shrinksavannah #family

Anxiety and stress are scary, and political turmoil is even more so. By following these tips, you'll learn how to keep anxious fears at bay.

Shrink Savannah is thrilled to welcome Derek Price, LPC to our therapy team! Derek works with individuals struggling with focus issues, mood issues, stress, goal setting/achievement, and life's transitional periods. To request an appointment with Derek, visit https://www.shrinksavannah.com/new-patients or give Ms. Cheri a call at 912-712-2550. #shrinksavannah #teamshrink #mentalhealth

Happy Halloween from #TeamShrink!

Thank you Savannah Magazine readers for again selecting Dr. Chad Brock as Best Psychiatrist! #shrinksavannah #bestofsavannah #drbrock #psychiatrist #savannah #savannahmagazine

Shrink Savannah has always enjoyed working with SCAD - The University for Creative Careers and wishes to welcome everyone back for the Fall term! Please remember that SCAD offers a 24/7 mental health support, toll-free hotline >> 877.959.3620. In addition to SCAD Counseling and Student Support Services, Shrink Savannah is always here to help! Visit our website to request an appointment: https://www.shrinksavannah.com

Suicide is preventable. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Montha time to share resources and stories in an effort to shed light on this highly taboo and stigmatized topic. We use this month to reach out to those affected by suicide, raise awareness and connect individuals with suicidal ideation to treatment services. It is also important to ensure that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention. Crisis Resources If you or someon...e you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) If you’re uncomfortable talking on the phone, you can also text NAMI to 741-741 to be connected to a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. See more

The lack of certainty about so many things during this time, and the stress associated with it, can really exacerbate underlying mental health concerns and/or be a catalyst for the onset of mental health conditions. -- Amalia Londono Tobon, M.D.

Research has shown that accepting negative emotions, rather than avoiding or dismissing them, may actually be more beneficial for a person’s mental health in the long run.

In his New York City practice, Harvard-trained psychiatrist Will Siu has found that low doses of ketamine administered in conjunction with psychotherapy are effective. In this article, he walks us through what ketamine is, what a ketamine-facilitated therapy session is like, and why he thinks his patients have had success with it.

Could it simply be that people who no longer experience quality-of-life depleting conditions like migraines and muscle pain due to Botox may be less depressed? Ask about how Botox may be able to help with your depression symptoms at your next appointment. We are pleased to be able to offer this service in-office.

Shrink Savannah therapists Margaret Alexander and Rebecca Fain we’re delighted to chat with WTOC Cutter Martin recently about managing mental health concerns during this year’s hurricane season. You can stream WTOC-TV’s Hurricane Ready 2020 special here >> https://www.wtoc.com/video/2020/07/23/hurricane-ready #teamshrink

Dr. Brock was featured in the latest issue of Savannah Magazine and in the publication's health insert discussing how telehealth has become an integral part of our practice. Check out Sav Mag's 2020 Health Insert here >> https://bit.ly/SAVMAGHealthInsert

The authors suggest that during this difficult time, people need more physical activity than usual to offset the psychological burden and negative emotions brought about by the pandemic.

If you're feeling a little under the weather, we welcome you to switch to a virtual appointment. Contact us to switch or schedule: 912-712-2550 [email protected] https://www.shrinksavannah.com/book-appointment