Diseases of Despair- Sad, depressed, addiction problems? These are all symptoms of despair that if out of control can manifest itself into a severe sickness. What is the difference between depression and despair and how can you avoid being sucked into the vices and maladies that encompasses hopelessness? Dr. B. breaks it down.

Self Esteem- If you could only give your child one gift that would tremendously help their future life, Dr. B. says consider self esteem. Confidence infuses a child with courage, responsibility and a feeling of self worth. Yet how do you raise a son or daughter with a healthy dose of self esteem that doesn’t blossom into conceit? Dr. B has some thoughtful advice.

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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.