Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital

The latest news and patient stories about Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

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Using electroconvulsive therapy for psychiatric treatment

Studies show that there is now wider acceptance of treating mental health conditions with electroconvulsive therapy.

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Is it dementia or depression?

Depression and dementia can be mistaken for one another, especially in older adults.

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Talking about suicide

Asking someone if they are considering suicide and following up with support can save their life.

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Help your child manage back-to-school stress

About 1 in 5 children experience a mental disorder, with anxiety topping the list. That anxiety may surge during this transitional time of year.

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Talking with kids about troubling current events

News of school shootings, war, climate change and other troubling events seems endless. Learn how to help kids feel safe and cope with their emotions.

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How to stress less when packing for a trip

Whether flying overseas or doing a simple overnight, the packing process can add to your mental load.

Jessica Johnson of Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital

Losing a loved one to addiction

Jessica Johnson, a nurse at Sharp Mesa Vista, hopes that sharing her story of losing her brother to a drug overdose can help others.

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Memory loss? There’s a screening for that.

Why early detection of memory changes matters more than ever.

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