Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital

10/03/2025

Stigma of addiction and recovery centers can prevent people with substance use disorders from seeking treatment. Learn the truths behind common misconceptions about addiction recovery centers like Sharp McDonald Center, as explained by Kelly McDonough, lead clinical nurse at Sharp McDonald Center.

Addiction recovery centers, such as Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital in San Diego, help patients recover from addiction in a supported environment.

10/03/2025

Stigma of addiction and recovery centers can prevent people with substance use disorders from seeking treatment. Learn the truths behind common misconceptions about addiction recovery centers like Sharp McDonald Center, as explained by Kelly McDonough, lead clinical nurse at Sharp McDonald Center.

Addiction recovery centers, such as Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital in San Diego, help patients recover from addiction in a supported environment.

09/29/2025

For Recovery Month in September, FOX 5 San Diego interviewed former Sharp McDonald Center patient Cody Kreutz, who discussed his addiction recovery journey. Cody was joined by Monica, who spoke about the signs of addiction, as well as the kinds of treatment that Sharp McDonald Center provides. Watch the interview below to learn more about Cody's incredible story.

09/25/2025

September is World Alzheimer's Month. Depression and dementia can be mistaken for one another, especially in older adults. Dr. Paulette Cazares, principal investigator at the Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center, explains the overlap between depression and dementia as well as the differences. Read the article below to learn more.

Depression can cause a person to struggle with focusing, where dementia can cause cognitive difficulties.

09/24/2025

Sharp Mesa Vista was proud to celebrate Recovery Month to honor patients' mental health recovery journey. Our event attendees were especially inspired by the beautiful artwork that our patients and team members created to share what recovery means to them.

09/18/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Month. Asking someone if they are considering su***de and following up with support can save their life. Charles Westfall, LMFT, manager at Sharp Mesa Vista and Sharp McDonald Center, offers ways you can talk to someone who may be contemplating su***de. Read the article below to learn more.

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

09/16/2025

NBC 7 San Diego interviewed Shelby Espiritu, licensed marriage and family therapist, on how to take care of your mental health after the recent Utah shooting and 9/11 anniversary. Shelby shared signs of trauma and spoke about the importance of supporting each other. Learn more by watching the interview below.

09/12/2025

About 1 in 5 children experience a mental disorder, with anxiety topping the list. That anxiety may surge during this transitional time of year. Bridgette Gomez, marriage and family therapist at Sharp Mesa Vista, offers parents and guardians tips so they can help their children manage back-to-school stress. Learn more by reading the article below.

Some ways to help kids manage their back-to-school stress include setting routines, dedicating family time and communicating with them.

09/10/2025

For World Su***de Prevention Day and Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, FOX 5 San Diego interviewed Veronica Campbell, a licensed marriage and family therapist at Sharp Mesa Vista. Veronica shared ways to help someone who may be considering su***de. Watch the interview below to learn more. ***deprevention ***dePreventionMonth ***dePreventionDay

09/05/2025

News of school shootings, war, climate change and other troubling events seems endless. Dr. Kelsey Bradshaw, a clinical child psychologist at Sharp Mesa Vista, discusses how to help kids feel safe and cope with their emotions. Learn more by reading the article below.

News of troubling current events seems endless. Here’s what to say to kids to help them feel safe and cope with their emotions.

09/04/2025

For World Alzheimer's Month, K**I News interviewed Esteban Gonzalez, clinical trials specialist at Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center, about memory screenings. Esteban explained how memory screenings work and shared they are provided for free at Sharp Neurocognitive Research Center. Watch the interview below to learn more.