The truth about mental illness is that most people don't realize they have a problem until they have a crisis. Symptoms such as loss of appetite, lack of sleep, irritability, and the inability to concentrate may all be attributed to something else.

An individual may experience such severe emotional, social, physical or mental stress that family support or outpatient therapy may not be enough help. At these times, a supportive environment and assistance from a variety of skilled professionals is needed to bring life back into balance. Extensive psychiatric treatment is available at Good Hope Hospital in Mental Health Services, where kindness, expertise and compassion prevail. There are many pathways to recovery.

We specialize in comprehensive psychiatric treatment for adults and geriatrics and offer a full continuum of care. The professional and medical staff work individually and in groups to help define problems and develop a plan of care to restore emotional health and well-being.

Depending on the individual's situation, treatment can include acute (inpatient) hospitalization or partial (outpatient) hospitalization for crisis stabilization, patient and family education and to ensure the person's safety. Structured outpatient programs are provided for those who need intensive treatment and support but do not need inpatient hospitalization. Good Hope provides a full range of mental health treatment modalities.

Good Hope Hospital respects its patient's confidentiality. Referring professionals and family members are invited to visit the units and meet the clinical staff. Scheduled assessments can be coordinated at your request. For more information or to make a referral, call: (910) 897-2119.