The Breakdown with Dr. B
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 breakdown issues and problems from a mental health perspective. From the incessant stresses of the pandemic, to untangling relationship problems, Dr. B's years of experience helps piece together the messiest of life's problems.
Episodes
124 episodes
Politically Speaking - Just say "Let's Agree to Disagree"
Politically Speaking - Just say "Let's Agree to Disagree"With the elections coming up, the environment around your home or workplace may be becoming contentious. How do you avoid arguments that could alienate friends or family members? D...
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12:39
Loneliness Can Kill You
Loneliness Can Kill You You heard that right! According to a recent U.S. health report, loneliness and lack of social connection can increase the risk of premature death by more than 60%. Dr. B. talks about the U.S. Surgeon Gener...
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Freudian Slip
Freudian Slip - Have you ever been deep in conversation and realized you‘ve interchanged words unconsciously? Well according to Dr. Freud, the great psychiatrist, the mix-up may have been subconsciously intentional. Dr. B. breaks down wha...
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The Mental Health Benefits of Sleeping With Your Dog
The Mental Health Benefits of Sleeping With Your DogAre you an anxious sleeper? Do you suffer from nightmares? What about insomnia? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, you may just benefit from sleeping with your pet. Dogs a...
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To Test or Not To Test
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 importan...
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Conquer Stress By Learning Resilience
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. an...
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Love At The Workplace
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. ...
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Onboard Companions🐕
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, t...
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What is Your Name Again?
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 ...
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Tips For A Happy Retirement
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...
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10:05
In a Rut? Rewire Your Brain!
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. gi...
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The Power of Pets
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 Treas...
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9:40
Change Your New Year with Just One Word!
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...
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Why Not Age Joyfully?
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 gol...
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Ways To Deal With Anxiety - Breathe!
Ways To Deal With Anxiety - Breathe!There are all sorts of theories about how to deal with stress. Some ways have you working through tension by letting your anguish out. A new study shows that actually holding the stress in and r...
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A Narcissist No No When Raising Children
A Narcissist No No When Raising Children- It's beneficial to raise children with praise but telling your child they are so special could be overindulging them in an unhealthy elevated sense of self. Dr. B. teaches a few lessons on giving a chil...
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10:47
Big Ego or Narcissist?
Big Ego or Narcissist?We all know people who have an ego the size of Texas. They are chatty, self-absorbed, and not always easy to deal with when it comes to a relationship. Yet just because a person is full of self-grandiosity doesn...
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9:17
Here is How to Cut Your Depression in Half
Here is How to Cut Your Depression in Half - Feeling down and sulky? Life is too short to be constantly down in the dumps. A new study shows there are seven habits, that if practiced daily, will cut your depression almost in half! Dr. B. ...
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Teaching Your Children Mental Strength
Teaching Your Children Mental Strength - In a turbulent world, many parents are asking, "how do I equip my children to succeed in life?" Dr. B. breaks down some key lessons for children that will keep them resilient and adaptable as they journe...
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9:46
Menopause - A New Beginning
Menopause - A New BeginningFor years society forced women into thinking that "the Change" was a time to put away thoughts of youthful vitality, dreams and hopeful plans. However today there is a vivacious shift occurring whe...
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15:36
Back to School Tips for Kids
Going back to school can be wrought with a lot of anxiety but as Dr. Bregman likes to tell kids it's a New Year and a New Start. Whatever happened last year is in the past. On this episode of The Breakdown with Dr. B., Dr. Bregman gets students...
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13:55
How Heat Makes Us Hot Under the Collar!
As temperatures soar around the world, so do tempers. It's a known fact that there is a direct correlation between the heat index and aggression. Dr. B. breaks down why people reach their boiling point and become aggressive when temperatu...
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My Adderall is Running Out! What Do I Do?
My Adderall is Running Out! What Do I Do?Adderall is a staple for many of those who suffer from ADHD. Yet because of a supply chain problem, pharmacies are dealing with problematic shortages for those who rely on this vital medication. W...
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Out of the Box Sleep Tricks!
Out of the Box Sleep Tricks - Move over chamomile tea, hello crackling bacon! Sleep experts are now adding new and unusual sleep techniques that include listening to repetitive sounds like bacon frying. How can the crackle of bacon or the buzzi...
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11:56
Nervous? Anxiety is No Fun!
As we get older, even the simplest activities that we did when we were younger becomes daunting. Driving long distances, traveling on planes, and starting a new activity can cause various degrees of anxiety. Where did our self-confidence go? Dr...
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