Dr. Ben Bernstein, psychologist at Silver Hill Hospital, emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between genuine manipulation and normal human behaviors, such as defensiveness, miscommunication, or different interpretations of the same event. He explains that differentiating between miscommunication and manipulation is critical and can help prevent overusing a term that carries serious weight, noting that true gaslighting involves intentional, repeated psychological manipulation meant to make someone doubt their own reality.

The article “Antidepressant Side Effects Vary Widely by Drug, Study Finds” published in The New York Times discusses a study published in The Lancet that shows how different antidepressants uniquely impact cholesterol, blood pressure, and weight. While these physiological changes are usually mild, they highlight the importance of personalized treatment and continuous monitoring.

In the article ‘Grandma Hobbies’ Are Making A Comeback—And Experts Say That’s Exactly What We Need, Dr. Ryan Flanagan, Director of the Resilience Program at Silver Hill Hospital, explains therapeutic value of these hands-on activities.

In September 2025, Rocco Marotta, MD, PhD, Lisa Mann, PhD, and Katharine Dougherty, PhD were featured on the 'Three Moms in the Trenches' podcast to discuss their book, Lives Reimagined: Changing the Course of Psychotic Illness. The book, and the podcast, discuss the extraordinary approach developed at "The Lodge Program," which has transformed the lives of innumerable patients, previously deemed 'hopeless cases.'

Recovery from alcohol use disorder goes beyond simply stopping drinking—it’s about restoring overall health and wellness. Dr. Amy Swift, Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Silver Hill Hospital, recently shared her perspective during an interview on Connecticut Public Radio.

Dr. Ben Bernstein, psychologist at Silver Hill Hospital, emphasizes the importance of reflecting on seasonal transitions. He suggests people consider what underlies their sadness—whether it’s regret about missed opportunities or apprehension about the changing routine—and then take deliberate steps to savor meaningful moments or make new plans.