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Antidepressants – Potential Harms and Psychotic Side Effects

In the realm of holistic medicine, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) antidepressants are often considered among the most harmful mass-prescribed drugs, frequently making the top five on many holistic doctors’ lists. However, the unique aspect that sets SSRIs apart from other medications lies in their potential to harm individuals who are not even taking the drugs. shooting and drugs = article ‘Decades of Evidence That SSRI Antidepressants Can Cause Mass Shootings’ from the ‘Mercola Take Control of Your Health‘ A…

Debunking Psychiatry’s Outdated Depression Theories and Medications: Exploring a Rational and Effective Approach

This article argues that the current medical model of depression, which focuses on chemical imbalances and antidepressants, is flawed and ineffective. The author, Bruce Levine, proposes a new model that emphasizes the role of social and psychological factors in causing and treating depression. Depression: Psychiatry’s Discredited Theories and Drugs Versus a Sane Model and Approach Here are the key points of the article: The “chemical imbalance” theory of depression has been discredited by research. There is no evidence to support the…

Why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Does Not Work

Does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Work? Talk therapy, also known as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), does not work for everyone. In fact, a study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology found that only about 50% of people who receive CBT experience significant improvement in their symptoms and improvement is not permanent due to a lack of change in the brain. Failing to Address Past Traumas and Unresolved Issues There are a number of reasons why CBT may not…

Dyslexia can Cause Anxiety and Fear, Panic Attacks and Trauma

Dyslexia can be a traumatic experience for children, especially if it is diagnosed late in their academic life. This is because children with dyslexia who are not able to read at grade level may be placed in special education classes or labeled as “lazy” or “stupid” by their teachers or parents. This can lead to feelings of shame, isolation, and low self-esteem. Additionally, children with dyslexia may experience secondary trauma as a result of their learning disability. For example, they…

Briainspotting for Athletes

Brainspotting for athletic performance Yes, brainspotting is a promising therapy for athletic performance. It can help athletes to: Reduce performance anxiety. Brainspotting can help athletes to identify and release the emotional trauma that is often at the root of performance anxiety. This can help them to feel more calm and confident in their abilities. Overcome performance blocks. Brainspotting can help athletes to identify and release the negative thoughts and beliefs that are holding them back from performing at their best….

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

  Talk therapy, also known as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), does not work for everyone. In fact, a study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology found that only about 50% of people who receive CBT experience significant improvement in their symptoms and improvement is not permanent due to a lack of change in the brain. There are a number of reasons why CBT may not be effective for people. For example, CBT requires the client to be…

Phone Addiction Warning Signs and Treatment

Diagnosing Screen Addiction Our addiction to devices has had a profound impact on our social skills and ability to communicate with one another. In the past, people were more likely to interact with each other in person, whether it was on public transportation, in the workplace, or in social settings. But today, we’re so constantly connected to our devices that we often neglect our real-world relationships. This trend is especially concerning for children, who are still developing their social skills….

Ketamine controversy

If you’re living with depression, you may have heard of ketamine as a potential treatment option. But the most recent research suggests that while ketamine might provide some relief, it’s no more effective than an active placebo. In short, the evidence indicates that there are more effective alternatives for managing depression symptoms and improving overall wellbeing. If you’re affected by depression, it’s important to explore all of your options and find a solution that works best for you. In the…

Dementia Risk when taking medications

A variety of variables influence your chance of getting dementia, some of which you can control and others that you cannot. Your family history, for example, is purely random, and no matter how hard you try, you can’t change your age. Diet, alcohol consumption, and pharmaceutical usage, on the other hand, are deemed adjustable. The researchers discovered that short-term usage of this kind of medicine was linked to the development of dementia A new study cautions that taking one type…

Benzodiazepines and Covid-19

EcoWatch reports that anxiety medication prescriptions are up 34% since the corona virus lockdowns began. Many consumers are taking benzodiazepines, drugs that are known as anti-anxiety medications. Taking anti-anxiety medications has risks such as the early development of Alzheimer’s, drowsiness, confusion, dizziness, trembling, impaired coordination, vision problems, grogginess, and feelings of depression. The best choices for those suffering from anxiety are exercise, and psychotherapy which applies EMDR and/or Brainspotting. Acupuncture can also be an effective complement to any treatment. Protocols…

Side Effects of Withdrawal from ADHD Medications

ADHD medications are drugs that are often prescribed to school-aged children even without a diagnosis. If that fact weren’t shocking enough, research has given us insight into how these drugs can change the brain, leading to long-term behavioral effects and possibly severe withdrawal symptoms. How ADHD Stimulant Drugs Work While both stimulants and non-stimulants are prescribed for the condition, stimulants are by far the most common and include both amphetamines and methylphenidate. These drugs work in different ways. Amphetamines act…

Withdrawal and Antidepressants

Withdrawal and Antidepressants Medications like antidepressants were never meant for long-term use, yet long-term prescription rates in the United States have doubled over the past decade. And the New York Times reports that more than 15 million Americans have now been on the drugs for at least five years, triple the number since 2000. This extended use can lead to extreme withdrawal symptoms when patients attempt to come off the medications, something that has been largely ignored or even dismissed…

Why Do Antidepressants Stop Working?

Why Do Antidepressants Stop Working? It’s no secret that antidepressants come with a long list of side effects from weight gain and sexual dysfunction to fatigue, insomnia and constipation. But, if you’ve ever taken this type of prescription medication, you may have already discovered one of the worst things about them… They don’t work. And, the only answer your doctor has when you return to tell them of your problems is to increase your dose. Unfortunately, this is a vicious…

Brainspotting for Athletes and Musicians

Brainspotting for Athletes and Musicians Traditional talk therapy is not effective for performance issues which typically are trauma-related. For example, a coach or parent indicates that danger or bodily harm will occur if the athlete performs their sport or the athlete may be secondarily traumatized witnessing another athlete’s injury. Processing the trauma via Brainspotting and the subsequent beliefs attached to the trauma clears blocks and impediments to optimal performance. I successfully apply Brainspotting techniques to assist athletes, musicians, performers, and…