Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital

The latest news and patient stories about Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

The Galuppos of San Diego with their daughter, Josephine

New mom finds support in maternal mental health program

After participating in Sharp HealthCare’s Maternal Mental Health Program, Christine Galuppo advises other struggling moms to not be afraid to seek help.

Shorter, colder days can trigger seasonal affective disorder

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression marked by the change in seasons.

Andy Patterson and Michelle Owens of Sharp Grossmont Hospital with dogs Jasper and Max

Dogs bring joy to patients with mental illness

Is the doctor … er … dog in? Patients at Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Behavioral Health enjoy routine visits from certified pet therapy dogs.

Mother comforting her baby on the couch with laundry

Perinatal mental health: More than postpartum depression

Mental health disorders are a common pregnancy complication, and can include disorders such as postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD.

Raising children in the digital age (video)

A child psychologist discusses the risks and benefits of kids using social media as well as treatment options for those affected by it.

Mom on phone with her children in the background

U.S. parents are stressed and need support

Parents are now more likely than ever to report having high levels of stress compared to other adults. And it has consistently increased over the last decade.