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Looking for a Psychiatrist in Los Angeles? Here’s What to Know Before You Start
Searching for a psychiatrist in Los Angeles? Learn how to find a good fit, what to expect from treatment, and how evidence-based care can support your mental health journey.

Francine Park, MD
3 min read


The Gut-Brain Connection: How Food Impacts Your Mood and Mind
Experiencing low mood, poor focus, or burnout? Mental health is not only psychological—it’s biochemical, metabolic, and influenced by nutrition. Supporting your body with nutrient-dense foods can enhance brain function and emotional resilience. Sustainable change starts with small, intentional choices.

Francine Park, MD
4 min read


Sleep Hygiene Tips & Resources
Evidence-based sleep hygiene tips to help you fall asleep faster and sleep deeper—starting with your morning routine and ending with calming nighttime rituals.

Francine Park, MD
3 min read


Helping Kids Start Psychiatric Medication: A Guide for Families
Starting psychiatric medication can feel overwhelming for kids and parents. This guide offers age-appropriate scripts, tips for pill swallowing, and ways to reduce fear and stigma. We also highlight successful public figures who’ve taken medication. Whether it’s their first dose or part of a larger care plan, this post helps make the process clearer—and a little easier.

Francine Park, MD
4 min read


Why Sleep Matters More Than You Think
In this post, learn why quality sleep is essential for mental health, memory, and mood—and how it’s more powerful than we often realize.

Francine Park, MD
4 min read


When Good Advice Isn’t Enough: Why Healing Takes More Than Habits
Advice like “just exercise” or “eat better” often comes from a good place—but it can miss the mark when someone is truly struggling. Mental health healing isn’t a checklist. It’s a process that deserves patience and compassion.

Francine Park, MD
4 min read


Rediscovering the Magic in Simple Foods
Food is more than something we eat—it’s how we celebrate, connect, and even comfort ourselves. It reflects who we are and the world we...

Francine Park, MD
6 min read


Nutritional Psychiatry: How Food Shapes Our Mental Health
Our Diet Directly Influences Our Emotions. Nutritional Psychiatry and why it matters and how you can implement it to help with anxiety, depression, and more.

Francine Park, MD
4 min read
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