The Breakdown with Dr. B

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? Dr. B. breaks down the rules of polite discussion when it comes to discussing politics with those who may not share your views. Learn the best strategies for political discussion that will avoid confrontation while getting your point across.

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

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 General's recent declaration that states that loneliness in the United States has now reached epidemic proportions. Dr. B. also gives advice on how to stay engaged in order to ward off loneliness which often leads to depression.

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

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 what is called a Freudian Slip, and why some people are more prone than others when it comes to this slip of the tongue.

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

The Mental Health Benefits of Sleeping With Your Dog

Are 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 are shown to lower blood pressure and create endorphins so a sound sleep is easier to achieve. Using research-based reasons, Dr. B. breaks down why sleeping with Fido can be a healthy and positive experience for you and your dog. 

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

To Test or Not To Test

Psychological 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 the testing consists of, and all the benefits that could help these young minds thrive in the future.

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

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.

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

Love At The Workplace

Now 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. 

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

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 health, is getting rave reviews from those onboard and shoreside!

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

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, retention and long-term memory.

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.

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!

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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 break down 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 help piece together the messiest of life's problems.