Response: The New York Times “My Mother’s Psychotherapy–and Mine”
The New York Times published an article from Saïd Sayrafiezadadeh’s “Couch” series on Sunday titled “My Mother’s Psychotherapy—and Mine.” Sayrafiezadadeh said of his mother, “Her relationship with her treatment nearly killed her. How would I fare?” The author recalls that when he expressed feelings of hopelessness regarding the alleviation of the unhappy memories, the therapist’s solution was […]
Potential Downsides of Mindfulness
Too Much of a Good Thing? Examining the Potential Downsides of Mindfulness The New York Times’ recent article, “Are We Being Too Mindful?” (published May 7, 2024), dives into the growing conversation about the potential drawbacks of mindfulness practices. Mindfulness, the act of focusing our attention on the present moment without judgment, has become a […]
Loss of Sexuality with Antidepressants
Lingering Shadows: The New York Times Explores Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction A recent article in the New York Times titled “After Antidepressants, a Loss of Sexuality” brought a rarely discussed side effect of antidepressants to light: Post-SSRI sexual dysfunction (PSSD). The piece, written by Azeen Ghorayshi, delves into the experiences of individuals struggling with long-term sexual […]
Understanding The Response to Trauma
Why Trauma Feels So Raw: Study Suggests Traumatic Memories Live in the Present Have you ever wondered why traumatic events can feel so vivid and intrusive, even years later? A recent study published in the New York Times on December 5, 2023, sheds light on this phenomenon. Researchers at Yale University found that traumatic memories are […]
Managing Polypharmacy: Are You Taking Too Many Medications?
Too Many Pills? A Look at Polypharmacy in the New York Times Did you catch the recent article in the New York Times (April 30, 2024) titled “You Might Be Taking Too Many Medications”? It raises an important issue – polypharmacy, the practice of taking five or more medications concurrently. While medications can be lifesavers, taking […]
Move Your Body, Boost Your Brain
Feeling forgetful? Battling a bad mood? You might be surprised to learn that the solution to these woes lies not in brain teasers or self-help books, but in your sneakers. A recent New York Times article, “Move It to Improve Memory, Mood and More,” highlights the powerful link between exercise and a sharper mind, sunnier […]
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 […]