Brookhaven Hospital: Mental Health Treatment for Behavioral Health Problems, Chemical Dependency, Eating Disorders, Brain Injuries, and Renewal Christian Treatment and Recovery

Tuesday, May 08, 2007 10:39 AM
posted by Rolf B. Gainer, Ph.D.

Therapy Works for Depression in Women

A study by Ellen Frank, Ph.D. published in the American Journal of Psychiatry, May 2007, demonstrated that for women with depression who had achieved a remission following a course of interpersonal therapy, a monthly therapy booster prevented a recurrence for 74% of the patients over a two year period. Dr. Frank's study further indicated the value in maintaining pharmacological treatment following the remission. Psychotherapy is an important aspect of treatment for depression. This study certainly points to the value of using monthly booster appointments to keep individuals on track and to avoid relapse.

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Rolf B. Gainer, Ph.D., Diplomate ABDA, is the Chief Executive Office at Brookhaven Hospital and the Vice President of Rehabilitation Institutes of America. Dr. Gainer has been involved in the design and operation of treatment programs since 1977.

Stephen Harnish, MD is the Medical Director of Brookhaven Hospital. Dr. Harnish is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and is well known in Oklahoma for his informative radio and television appearances.

Aric Thorpe, MHR, is Brookhaven Hospital's Pastoral Liaison Representative. He conducts the quarterly Minister's Lifeline series and provides mental health information to pastors and clergy.

Sarah McGee, BA, serves as the Community Education Provider for Brookhaven Hospital. She provides information on mental health and drug and alcohol treatment to healthcare professionals in Oklahoma and surrounding states.

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