The Breakdown with Dr. B

Breaking Up is Hard to Do - Just like the song says leaving a romantic relationship is not easy. Dr. B. gives some advice about what can be one of life’s messiest moments.

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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's Your QTL? Many baby boomers are adjusting their attitude in order to infuse their last remaining years with quality experiences. How do you do that? Everyone has their own idea. Will it be fulfilling your bucket list, taking more time off to be with your favorite people, or learning a skill you have been meaning to master for years? Dr. B. joins Dorothy Chiesa who talks about her late husband's gift of living in the present which provided quality time to not only his remaining years but to those who enjoyed his company.

The Secrets to a Great Relationship - Anyone who has been happily married for years will tell you there are certain secrets to keeping a relationship solid. Dr. B. breaks down the many keys to an enriching and enduring union that will stand the test of time.

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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.

How Music Affects Your Moods - When you're sad, play a happy song and watch the clouds lift. Need a good cry? Go to an opera and watch the tears flow. Why does music have such an effect on our emotions and behavior? Dr. B. breaks down the mechanics of music and explains how rhythms and melodies affect your mind and body.

Infuse Fun into Your Relationship - Romance, communication, and respect are certainly essential to building a solid and loving relationship. But how do you keep the connection fresh and lively? Fun! Dr. B. gives his couple's advice on throwing some serious fun into your love life.

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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.

With vaccinations and life’s activities returning to normal, there are still those who are frightened to venture too far from the cave. Are you afraid to leave the house or resume your life as it was pre-pandemic? Dr. B. breaks down why a small percentage of the population are hesitant in shedding cave life as well as tips on how to beat the fear of leaving the security of home.

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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.

Do you have a phobia? If yes, you are certainly not alone. From heights to small spaces, phobias, which is the extreme fear of situations or objects are not as rare as you may think. Dr. B. breaks down the numerous treatments to help people overcome their fears either head on or incrementally. 

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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.

17 percent of Americans suffer from phobias, an irrational fear of an object, situation or living thing. Do you suffer from the fear of heights (acrophobia), the fear of spiders (arachnophobia) or even the fear of flying (aerophobia)? Dr. B. unpacks a long list of phobias and breaks down the possible origin of these fears that can sometimes be debilitating.

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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.

Have you noticed that the niceties of civil society have gone by the wayside? Since the pandemic rude outbursts are being reported daily in restaurants, grocery lines, and on airplanes? Why are we seeing such an upheaval of rude behavior and bad manners? Dr. B. blames the pandemic and lockdown as being the culprit as social distancing and frustration over restrictions encourages people to act out. 

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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.

As we get older, every moment should count. Its called QTL or quality time left. How can we make the most of every day and live our remaining days exactly the way we want to? Dr. B. and host Linda Corley talk about their personal roadmap in order to achieve that life you've always been dreaming about.

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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.

When a pet dies many are surprised at the intensity of their grief. Because often our pets are considered family members, Dr. B. believes that feeling deep sadness is normal and healthy. Pets offer unconditional love and cling to us during life's ups and downs, therefore grieving is unavoidable. Dr. B. and host Linda Corley talk about ways that may help pet owners get through such deep emotions such as sorrow, depression, and even guilt after their furry friend passes onto the rainbow bridge.

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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.

Jack Borders suffers from cluster headaches, deemed to be one of the most excruciating conditions one can experience. A few times when the pain gets beyond bearable, Jack has considered suicide. What saved him was the expediency of tele-medicine. Jack and his psychiatrist Dr. B weigh in on of the value being able to access a team of mental health experts in a matter of minutes and how this medical game changer saved countless lives since the advent of tele-psychiatry. 

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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.