Category Archives: Big Muddy River Newsletter

Is That Adderall There Is?

Adderall has been linked to violent behavior. Continue reading →

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The Truth About Drugs

Why Do People Take Drugs? Continue reading →

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Tranquility or Agitation? There’s a drug for that!

Pretty much anybody can be diagnosed with agitation. Continue reading →

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Prolonged Grief Disorder is Now Official

There are non–psychiatric, non–drug solutions for people experiencing mental difficulty. Continue reading →

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MECTA Electroshock Device Manufacturer Files for Bankruptcy as its Shock Box Loses Liability Insurance

ECT: Therapy or Torture? Continue reading →

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Psychotropic Drug Use Tied to Dementia

An $80 billion psychotropic drug industry. Continue reading →

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Using Psychiatry to Punish A Federal Judge

Sixth Circuit Judicial Council Vacates Order Using Psychiatry to Punish A Federal Judge Who Pushed for Timely Justice in Social Security Benefits Cases Continue reading →

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Teens are Overdosing on Prescribed Psychiatric Drugs at an Alarming Rate

Teens and young adults are overdosing on mental health drugs. Continue reading →

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Mental Illness Manual Revision Is Criticized Over Racism Entry

A revised mental disorders diagnostic manual being released this month already faces controversy. Continue reading →

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Is Overthinking a Mental Illness?

Overthinking is not a mental illness. Continue reading →

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