Oceans Behavioral Hospital Longview

08/26/2025

In need of help but unsure where to begin? Start by identifying the thoughts and feelings you’re experiencing in the moment. Find more steps to take in support of mental well-being:
https://www.verywellmind.com/please-help-me-5104729

08/25/2025

Feeling hopeless, cynical or overwhelmed by despair? These can be signs of a substance use disorder, and you're not alone. Support and recovery are possible:
https://oceanshealthcare.com/when-to-seek-help-for-a-drug-or-alcohol-problem/

08/22/2025

A recent JAMA study links an addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games to a higher risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teens. Learn more from NPR:

The study, published in JAMA, followed teens for years and evaluated addictive behaviors, as well as suicidality.

08/21/2025

Research shows hot weather can raise stress levels, disrupt sleep, increase irritability and worsen symptoms of anxiety and depression. Learn more:

A few easy lifestyle tweaks can protect your mental health during a heat wave.

08/15/2025

Social media can intensify feelings of exclusion, inadequacy and self-doubt in teen girls. Discover ways to offer support:

Examine the forces behind social stress and find out how we can help our daughters handle the comparison and rejection they're confronted with every day.

08/13/2025

Join us in celebrating our August Employee of the Month, Andy Bates!

As a transportation driver, Andy consistently goes above and beyond to ensure every patient feels safe, comfortable and cared for. His positive attitude and signature smile leave a lasting impression on both patients and team members alike.

Andy’s dedication, compassion and commitment to excellence truly reflect our mission. Thank you, Andy, for making such a meaningful difference every day – you inspire us all!

08/12/2025

Many individuals facing addiction are also managing underlying conditions. Understanding this connection is key to providing the right support. Learn more:
https://oceanshealthcare.com/substance-abuse-and-mental-health-conditions-often-go-hand-in-hand/

08/11/2025

Health care’s financial future is more complex than ever. On August 27, our CEO Vern Rennier will join leaders from CHRISTUS Health and Longview Regional Medical Center at the ACHE of East Texas panel, "Financial Sustainability of Healthcare Organizations: A Plan of Action." They’ll explore the key cost and operational challenges facing health care systems, and how we can build sustainable solutions for the future.

For more information and registration, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/financial-sustainability-of-healthcare-organizations-a-plan-of-action-tickets-1560122742119?aff=oddtdtcreator.

This panel has been approved for 1.50 ACHE In-Person Education Credits.

08/08/2025

regular exercise can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression? Discover how physical activity supports mental well-being via The New York Times.

Decades of research have established that movement has a positive effect on mental health.

08/06/2025

Managing back-to-school anxiety starts with parents. When adults stay calm and supportive, it helps children feel more secure. Check out more tips for easing school : https://oceanshealthcare.com/addressing-back-to-school-stress/

08/04/2025

Unsure if your uneasy feelings are stress or anxiety? Understanding the difference is key to coping effectively. Learn more:

Stress and anxiety share many symptoms, but they’re not the same thing.

08/01/2025

As the new school year approaches, it’s a great time to help children build resilience so they can better manage stress, adapt to change and face challenges with confidence. Read more:
https://oceanshealthcare.com/supporting-childrens-mental-health/