Psychiatric Hospitalizations
What happens during a psychiatric hospitalization? A psychiatric hospital stay can be difficult. Here’s what you need to know, step-by-step.
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Series Overview
What a Psychiatric Hospitalization is Really Like 7 Min
The emotional event of being admitted to a psychiatric hospital can feel confusing and scary, but it's more common than you think. Dr. Meyers explains the details behind a psychiatric stay and what has to happen in order for one to be ordered.
The Causes & Types of Psychiatric Hospitalizations 9 Min
Understand the specifics of the different types of psychiatric hospitalizations & how they work.
How to Spot the Behaviors that Warrant Psychiatric Hospitalization 12 Min
There are key behaviors that signal a psych hospital stay is warranted. Here's how to spot them.
What a Psychiatric Hold is Actually Like 10 Min
What actually happens during a psychiatric hospital stay? Understand the process in this session.
Life After a Psychiatric Hospital Stay: What To Do Next 10 Min
Learn the steps to maintain long-term mental wellness after a psychiatric hospital stay.
How to Help a Child or Teen Who Is Self-Harming 13 Min
Self-harm takes many different forms. Here's how to spot the signs & what steps to take if you spot the signs in a loved one.
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About the Series
Admitting a loved one to a psychiatric ward can be equal parts scary and intimidating. However, as Dr. Seth Meyers says, “something ‘bad’ can always lead to something good.” The same goes for being hospitalized in a psychiatric unit.
In this series, Dr. Meyers walks you through the psychiatric hospitalization process from start-to-finish: from spotting the signs someone needs to be admitted, to what actually goes on during a psychiatric hold, to life after a psychiatric stay. You’ll even learn step-by-step strategies on how to help a teenager who is self-harming.
Who is this series for?
This is for anyone who wants to learn more about involuntary psychiatric hospital stays. This is a wonderful series for supporters during this emotional and indeed, scary time.
In this series, you’ll discover:
- When a visit to a psychiatric hospital is necessary
- How children and adults are treated during a psychiatric stay
- Patient and parent rights during a psychiatric stay or hold
- Strategies for long-term recovery
- Strategies for helping teens and children who self-harm
“Something good can always come from something bad.”
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Psy.D.
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