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Sovereign Health Group has launched the fourth part of its editorial campaign, “Unlocking the Black Box of Schizophrenia.” This latest article, “When schizophrenia resembles PTSD,” examines how veterans with schizophrenia may be mistakenly diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. The Black Box series takes a look at the biological origins, symptoms and stigma associated with schizophrenia. Throughout the month of May, which is designated as Mental Health Month, Sovereign Health mounted a comprehensive campaign about schizophrenia, a severe brain disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally.

In recognition of Schizophrenia Awareness Week (May 17-23), Sovereign Health has published a new Q & A interview on the topic of schizophrenia featuring Ash Bhatt, M.D., Sovereign Health Group’s Chief Medical Officer. The goal of this interview, which explores the state of the science in schizophrenia diagnosis and management, is to raise awareness of the challenges posed by schizophrenia, a mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels and behaves.

Sovereign Health will host four continuing education (C.E.) events this month. These courses meet the qualifications for one hour of C.E. credit required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC), and are approved for one contact hour by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, Sovereign Health Group will offer extensive editorial coverage throughout the month, as well as launch a campaign designed to enlighten the public about the epidemic of mental illness in the United States. Mental Health America (MHA), founded in 1909, is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those dealing with mental illness. Since 1949, MHA has been leading the observance of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The goal of Mental Health Awareness Month is to raise awareness about mental health disorders.

Sovereign Health of Chandler will soon launch networking luncheons for the Chandler community.  These continuing education (C.E.) events will take place on the third Wednesday of each month, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  The first C.E. event will be held on May 19, 2016 at 5520 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, Arizona 85226.  During the event, guests will be treated to tours of the facility.  The May luncheon will include a special presentation entitled, “Safety and Stabilization: The Core of Trauma Informed Care”, by Susanne Drury, Ph.D, Clinical Psychologist for Sovereign Health of Chandler.  To RSVP or for questions, please contact Ashton Kelly at 949-324-1732.

Sovereign Health Group has appointed Judy Sylvia Senior Director, National Admissions Strategy. Ms. Sylvia is a forward-thinking executive in the behavioral health field and is an expert in admissions management. She commenced her tenure with Sovereign Health on Thursday, April 14. Ms. Sylvia earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from San Jose State University. In her previous role, she served as Vice President, Access Systems and Call Center at Elements Behavioral Health in Long Beach, California.

Sovereign Health Group is pleased to announce the launch of a new article that's now live on www.psychologytoday.com: "Traumatic Brain Injury: The Invisible Illness. How a single concussion can change your life." This new editorial piece, written by Ralph Ryback M.D. and Courtney Lopresti, M.S, takes a look at the symptoms of traumatic brain injury and how it now makes up nearly a third of all injury-related deaths in the United States.

Sovereign Health of Chandler is set to host an open house and luncheon to commemorate the launch of Serenity House, a new component to its trauma treatment program. This complimentary event, which will take place on Wednesday, April 27 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m, will be held at Sovereign Health's Chandler facility at 5520 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, Arizona 85226. The open house will feature special presentations by some of Sovereign Health's clinical leadership, including Anthony Mele, Psy.D., Sovereign Health Group's Chief Clinical Officer; Patrick Schonbachler, Psy.D., Sovereign Health of Chandler's Site Training Director; and Susanne Drury, Ph.D., Sovereign Health of Chandler's Clinical Supervisor. In addition, guests will be invited to tour Sovereign Health of Chandler's treatment facility. To RSVP for this event click HERE or for questions, contact Ashton Kelly at 949-324-1732.

Sovereign Health of Chandler is pleased to present Serenity House, a new component of our trauma program designed to facilitate patients' transition to recovery. Serenity House provides new patients with an emotional soft landing as they take their first steps toward healing. While in Serenity House, patients learn self-calming techniques and undergo comprehensive diagnostic assessments in a soothing and intimate community. Following the Serenity House phase of treatment, patients are then better prepared to enter the next phase of treatment in Sovereign Health of Chandler's trauma program.

Sovereign Health Group announces the newest article in its major editorial campaign, The State of Addiction Policy. This new series covers behavioral health topics relating to the United States presidential election and the current political landscape, running through Election Day, Tuesday, November 8, 2016. This latest editorial, "State of Addiction Policy: Reviewing state strategies for reducing addiction costs," takes a look at the efforts of local governments to stem the tide of addiction within their borders. Starting with the ten states with the highest addiction rates in the nation, the piece examines the problems facing each state and explores the specific initiatives they've put in place to create positive change. To read the full article, click HERE.