Butler Hospital

Butler's Memory and Aging Program will be at the Brain Waves Rhode Island Brain Fairs– a free, family-friendly event with over 50 interactive exhibits. Attendees will have the opportunity to touch a real human brain, measure brain waves, try on distortion goggles, create brain-inspired art, and meet scientists and clinicians. Join us for some Brain Fair fun this March: ? Brown Brain Fair | Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Brown University Engineering Building ? Pawtucket Brain Fair | Saturday, March 22, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q038RKDJ0

Did you know nearly 2/3 of Americans living with Alzheimer's, and more than 60% of Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers are women? This International Women's Day, we recognize the countless women impacted by Alzheimer's, and showing our gratitude for the many female scientists, researchers, and healthcare providers working tirelessly toward better treatments and a cure right here at Butler Hospital’s Memory and Aging Program and beyond. Want to make a difference? Learn about joining our Alzheimer's Prevention Registry: https://hubs.ly/Q038RKDK0

To our incredible team - thank you for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to providing hope and healing every day. Your work changes lives, and we are so grateful for each of you.

Does OCD get worse in the winter? Nicole McLaughlin, Neuropsychology Clinical Director and Director of Psychiatric Neurosurgery at Butler Hospital, spoke with WJAR-TV’s Barbara Morse about how seasonal changes—like reduced daylight, colder weather, and social isolation—can heighten anxiety and obsessive thoughts. Learn more about the connection and available treatments in the full interview: https://hubs.ly/Q039vvvc0

February was National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, a time to highlight the impact of dating violence among teens and young adults and the importance of promoting healthy relationships. Dr. Roisin O’Mara, a psychologist at Butler Hospital, spoke with Providence Business News about recognizing warning signs and the role of early intervention. Read the full Q&A: https://hubs.ly/Q039fZMf0

Today is World Teen Mental Health Day - a reminder that you’re not alone in wondering how to support your teen’s well-being. At Butler Hospital, we understand teen mental health and are here to support both you and your child. Reach out today: https://hubs.ly/Q038FTVv0

Today, we honor our incredible residents at all Care New England operating units. The residents of Butler Hospital, Kent Hospital, and Women & Infants Hospital are dedicated to learning, growing, and delivering exceptional patient care that makes a difference every day. Thank you for all that you do.

For nearly 200 years, Butler Hospital has been at the forefront of mental health care in Rhode Island. Founded in 1844, we are the state’s oldest hospital and the only nonprofit, free-standing psychiatric hospital dedicated to providing expert mental health treatment and advancing research that changes lives. Learn more about our history in The Providence Journal: https://hubs.ly/Q038DYH-0

A heartfelt thank-you to the hundreds of volunteers who participated in the landmark U.S. POINTER Study through the Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital – representing the New England area. After nearly 5 years, this groundbreaking study on how lifestyle changes can protect brain health is nearing completion. Findings will be shared at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) this July. Learn more about the study and its significance: https://hubs.ly/Q034nPM00

This #BlackHistoryMonth, let’s recognize and address the health inequities the Black Community faces. Black Americans are disproportionately affected by Alzheimer’s disease compared to White Americans, and researchers at Butler Hospital’s Memory and Aging Program are working to close this gap. Learn more and get involved: https://hubs.ly/Q034nR3n0