What should I bring with me?
Several days of comfortable clothing, personal hygiene items, reading materials if desired, quarters or phone cards for public telephones, there are no private phones in the rooms.

What is recommended not to bring?
Recording devices, food and jewelry.

Should I bring my own medicine?
Yes, if you are currently taking any.

Will my family participate in treatment?
Yes, providing you consent.

Will the information about my stay be confidential.
Yes, we adhere to all HIPPA guidelines.

What happens after I am discharged?
The clinical team works with each patient individually to develop an appropriate plan of treatment for aftercare.

What is Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a treatable brain disorder that interferes with a person's ability to think clearly, manage his or her emotions, make decisions, and relate to others. Some symptoms include: delusions, hallucinations, confused thinking, disorganized speech and disorganized behavior.

What is Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder which is also known as manic depression is characterized by extreme shifts in mood and energy. Extreme highs are referred to as mania, and extreme lows are referred to as depression. Some symptoms are: hyperactivity, anger and aggressive behavior, profound sadness, irritability, sleep changes, decreased appetite and suicidal thoughts.

What is Major Depression
Major depression is a disturbance in mood which affects a person's ability to concentrate and participate in social activities. Symptoms include: change in sleep and appetite, impaired concentration, impaired decision-making, loss of energy, loss of interest, low self-esteem and feelings of hopelessness.

What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves recurrent, involuntary thoughts, ideas, impulses or worries and repetitive behaviors. Some symptoms include: irrational, recurrent thoughts, repetitive rituals and unwanted ideas that build up in one's minds.
Some common obsessions are fear of contamination, fixation on luck, need for precision and fear of danger to self and others.

What are Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms. The episodes which are known as panic attacks are uncontrollable responses to ordinary and non-threatening situations. Symptoms include hot or cold flashes, unusual sweating, racing heart, labored breathing, chest pains, faintness and feeling of dying.