Category Archives: Big Muddy River Newsletter

Family and Friends Confirm Electroshock Recipients’ Reports of Memory Loss and Other Harmful Results

Posted on May 25, 2026 by cchrstl

A new study analyzing results of an online survey on electroconvulsive therapy finds that the memory loss and worsened quality of life reported by a large majority of recipients of the procedure were observed by family and friends of recipients as well. Continue reading →

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HHS Actions Aim to Curb Use of Psychiatric Drugs for Mental Health Treatment

Posted on May 11, 2026 by cchrstl

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced its intention to shift the standard of care toward prevention and a more holistic approach to mental health. Continue reading →

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Three Former Employees of the Psychiatric Institute of Washington Criminally Charged in Patient’s Death

Posted on April 27, 2026 by cchrstl

Allegations of fraud, neglect and abuse at psychiatric facilities continue, despite costly lawsuits against companies operating the facilities. Citizens Commission on Human Rights advocates reforms to ensure human rights-based mental health treatment. Continue reading →

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New Study Finds Heightened Risk of Suicide Linked to Involuntary Psychiatric Hospitalization

Posted on April 6, 2026 by cchrstl

Researchers find that on average, one suicide occurred for every 64 discharges from forced psychiatric hospitalization, with the suicide rate highest for 25- to 29-year olds and males. The study adds new urgency to eliminating coercive psychiatric practices. Continue reading →

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New Research Finds Increased Cardiovascular Risks from Taking Even a Single Dose of Someone Else’s Prescription Stimulant

Posted on March 30, 2026 by cchrstl

New study addresses the increasing number of students taking stimulant drugs without a prescription, hoping for enhanced cognitive performance, though recent research has not found improvement in cognitive ability or academic performance from using stimulants. Continue reading →

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Take Action – Missouri Legislature

Posted on March 23, 2026 by cchrstl

Psychiatry’s Continued Attacks on Missouri Citizens Continue reading →

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Missouri Psychiatrist Shazia Malik Pleads Guilty to False Claims; Pays $360K Civil Settlement

Posted on March 16, 2026 by cchrstl

Missouri Psychiatrist Shazia Malik Pleads Guilty to False Claims; Pays $360K Civil Settlement Continue reading →

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New Study Details Abuse of Patients by Staff at Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities

Posted on March 2, 2026 by cchrstl

Patients report physical, psychological, and sexual abuse, neglect, and human rights violations that leave them feeling lonely, humiliated, and powerless. Continue reading →

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CCHR Helps Secure Europe’s Rejection of Forced Psychiatry

Posted on February 16, 2026 by cchrstl

Landmark Vote Affirms Coercive Practices Violate Human Rights Continue reading →

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Massachusetts Fails to Advance Bill Banning Electric Shocking Device Used on Students

Posted on February 9, 2026 by cchrstl

The bill would have prohibited all procedures that cause physical pain or deprivations meant to force behavioral change – so-called “aversive therapy” – to persons with disabilities, which includes students at a school for autistic and disabled students.  Continue reading →

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