To Test or Not To TestPsychological testing sounds daunting. We hear about it when it comes to criminals. It’s implemented when the courts need to measure one’s sanity and it’s also used to gauge a person’s competency for a very important role. Children are also tested if a parent feels there is a need for a diagnosis to determine an underlying mental health condition like depression, for instance. In this episode, Dr. B. breaks down the importance of psychological testing for children, what ...

Conquer Stress By Learning Resilience - Day-to-day stress is common and yet for many it can be debilitating and draining. How do you take stress and come out the other side with resiliency that will ultimately serve you in the future? Dr. B. and Jen Flinn break down tips on how to become resilient in any situation.---Welcome to The Breakdown with Doctor B., a psychologically healing conversation with well-known psychiatrist Arthur Bregman MD. Every week Dr. B. and host Linda Corley brea...

Love At The WorkplaceNow that 80 percent of the US workforce is back to the workplace, office romances are making a big comeback. In fact, it's reported that as many as a third of workers admit to having an office romance. Dr. B. and journalist Jim McClure break down the do's and don'ts of office romance, the etiquette behind remaining professional as well as how to avoid the pitfalls that can lead to distraction and conflicts within the workplace. ---Welcome to The Breakdow...

Onboard Companions - Dr. B has long talked about the power of pets in the mental health world. This episode features national and international print and broadcast journalist Jim McClure, who with his vast experience in covering the military, talks to Dr. B. about an exciting pilot program that the U.S. Navy launched recently. The U.S. Navy's Expanded Operational Stress Control Canine Pilot Program, which brings therapy dogs onboard naval ships in an effort to improve morale and aid in mental...

What is Your Name Again?We have so much to think about these days, between work, family and social life. Plus, we are always getting bombarded with new information. It's no wonder that we walk out of the grocery store wondering where we parked our car. Forgetting simple things, like names of people we just met, is normal. The question is how do we stop this from becoming an annoying habit? How can we retain information once and for all? Dr. B. gives us the latest tips on how boost recall, ret...

Tips For A Happy Retirement Retirement can be the most enjoyable time in one’s life or it can be a boring, stifling period without purpose. The way we structure our retirement years is an individual decision that, according to Dr. B. , should be planned well in advance of the first day of retirement. Listen as Dr. B. and his guest Margaret as they give tips on how to turn one's retirement into the golden years of happiness!---Welcome to The Breakdown with Doctor B., a psychol...

In a Rut? Rewire Your Brain!It's called Neuroplasticity which basically means the brain's ability to adapt to change and learn. By rewiring your brain you can get out of your daily doldrums and become more resilient to change. Dr. B. gives some great tips that involve learning new skills and creating new experiences in order to rewire the brain to strengthen memory, resilience and lessen depression.---Welcome to The Breakdown with Doctor B., a psychologically healing conversation with w...

The Power of Pets - We all know that pets are cuddly, friendly animals that add warmth to any home but the health benefits often go beyond gazing at that cute furry face. Dr. B. along with Sarah Fisher with the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast break down how a pet can relieve depression, lower blood pressure, and help with anxiety. For more information on adopting a pet, visit the Humane Society of Treasure Coast (hstc1.org)----Welcome to The Breakdown with Doctor B., a psychologica...

Change Your New Year with Just One Word!New year's resolutions are as old as toasting the new year with champagne and singing Auld Lang Syne. Yet surveys show that resolutions can often be too lofty and therefore are broken before Valentine's Day rolls around. How can you keep to your goals and improve yourself in the new year? The answer may be with just one word. Your special word. Dr. B. breaks down how to set intentions for the new year with a simple mantra that could possibly steer next ...

Why Not Age Joyfully? - We have all heard about aging gracefully, but aging joyfully is a lot more fun and is proven to keep one vibrant after retirement. In fact, finding curiosity in life and embracing the inner child can add shine to the golden years. Dr. B. and his two guests give tips on how to put vibrance into life and celebration into each day.---Welcome to The Breakdown with Doctor B., a psychologically healing conversation with well-known psychiatrist Arthur Bregman MD. Every ...