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Psychiatric Corruption of Our Judicial System

Have you ever thought that a particular court case was frivolous? Continue reading

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CCHR Traveling Exhibit in Kansas City

CCHR Traveling Exhibit in Kansas City 9/5/2025-9/8/2025 Continue reading

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Some Involuntary Commitments Lead to Twice the Risk of Death or Charge of Violent Crime After Discharge, New Research Finds

New study finds that psychiatric hospitalization for some people doubles the risk of suicide, overdose death, and violence, adding to the medical literature indicating forced psychiatric treatment can do more harm than good. Continue reading

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The Hidden Crisis in Psychiatry: How Overmedication and Coercion Are Failing Mental Health

Overmedication and coercive psychiatric practices—such as forced drugging, institutionalization without consent, and diagnostic overreach—are gaining increasing public attention. Especially concerning is how these practices affect marginalized groups and how they are justified in the name of “mental health care.” Continue reading

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Sometimes I Just Feel Like A Fake

Imposter Syndrome Continue reading

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When Stopping Antidepressants, Withdrawal Symptoms May Be Severe and Persistent, New Research Finds

Research in recent years indicates that withdrawal symptoms from antidepressants are common and are more severe and long-lasting for some, with long-term users especially at risk of the symptoms. Continue reading

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New Report Reveals Involuntary Commitment in North Carolina Hospital Emergency Departments is Overused, Misused, and Harmful

Report finds individuals held against their will for mental health conditions may not be given due process for extended periods of time, may be subjected to abusive treatment while detained, and may endure serious disruptions to their lives. Continue reading

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Research Results Suggest Patients’ “Treatment-Resistant Depression” May Actually Be Antidepressants’ Failure

Even clinicians call for an approach to alleviating depression that does not rely on antidepressants, which research has found to have questionable effectiveness and increased risks of serious side effects. Continue reading

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St. Louis Area Psychiatrist Committing Health Crimes

Dr. Mohd Azfar Malik, 71, pleaded guilty in April 2025 to making false statements related to health care matters. Continue reading

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CCHR Protests Coercive Psychiatric Practices, Calls for Human Rights-Based Mental Health Treatment Based on Consent

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights advocates for the adoption of international standards in the U.S. that call for ending involuntary mental health treatment and ensuring human rights in the field of mental health. Continue reading

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