What is an emotional trigger?

An emotional trigger is something that causes distress. Emotional reactions to triggers can look like crying, unexplained anger, increased anxiety, feelings of panic, physical symptoms, and more.Read More

Common triggers that create an emotional response could be anything from hearing a certain song, being in an unsafe environment, or remembering back to a traumatic event. Everybody has their own emotional triggers, which is why it’s important to receive guidance from mental health professionals—with the right support, you will be able to begin to...Read More

Becoming sober starts with finding the right treatment center for your specific needs. Baton Rouge Behavioral Hospital is here to help you toward the path of recovery and give you the resources you need to stay sober after you leave your treatment program.Read More

Being sober helps you to find your true self once again. Moreover, being sober can help you rebuild relationships, thrive in your career, and find happiness that is not clouded by addictive substances.Read More

If you find that you are exhibiting signs of substance abuse with alcohol and/or drugs, you might need to get sober. In addition to the challenging emotional and social side effects of addiction, addiction can also threaten your physical wellbeing. Getting sober is the best way that you can protect yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally.Read More

We accept the following insurances: Medicaid  OPTUM Medicare Multiplan Megellan Health Louisiana Healthcare Connections Cigna ChampVA United Behavioral Health Blue Cross Blue Shield Amerigroup RealSolutions AmeriaHealth Caritas’ Louisiana Aetna Please check with your insurance provider for all terms and conditions related to coverage at Baton Rouge Behavioral Hospital.Read More

4-5 Changes of casual clothing and undergarments.  No drawstrings.  We have laundry supplies available to launder items. BBH is not responsible for lost or damaged items. Shoes with no laces (comfortable slip-ons are preferable), shower shoes.   Shoes should be weather appropriate.  Shoe laces are not permitted on the unit unless there is a doctor’s order....Read More

Food or drinks Medications (bring a list only).  Only medications approved in advance by the physician are permitted.  Medications may have to be destroyed if brought in without prior approval. Electronic devices and phones JewelryRead More

Patients are given a patient “contact” number to be able to receive incoming phone calls.  Caller must have contact number for patient to receive the call. Phone calls should be no more than 10 minutes in duration. Phone calls are made during non-group and non-physician/CNPs rounding times. Phone calls can be made or received between...Read More