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Tag Archives: Depression
CCHR Calls on Healthcare Providers to Stop Promoting Scientifically Unsupported Theory of Brain Chemical Imbalance Causing Depression
New research finds healthcare providers are prime promoters of the unproven theory, which influences the prescribing of antidepressants as treatment for depressed people. Citizens Commission on Human Rights calls for an end to the continuing use of this misinformation. Continue reading
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CCHR Calls on FDA to Update Antidepressant Information for Increased Risks of Stroke and Heart Disease
New research finds antidepressants increase the risk of stroke, atrial fibrillation, heart failure and other cardiovascular events. Continue reading
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CCHR Calls on FDA to Release Results of Investigation into Alleged Sexual Assault, Research Misconduct in Psychedelic Clinical Trials
Evidence presented to the U.S. drug regulatory agency alleging sexual assault and suppression of adverse events in clinical trials of ecstasy raises urgent concerns about the safety of patients in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Citizens Commission on Human Rights calls for public release of FDA investigation results. Continue reading
Posted in Big Muddy River Newsletter Tagged Depression, ecstasy, FDA, MDMA, psychedelics, PTSD, rape, Sexual Assault, Side Effects Comments Off on CCHR Calls on FDA to Release Results of Investigation into Alleged Sexual Assault, Research Misconduct in Psychedelic Clinical Trials
Mothers’ Psychiatric Drug Use Increases Risk of Newborns Needing Urgent Medical Attention, New Research Finds
Expectant mothers considering psychiatric drugs should have the increased risks of premature birth and respiratory, circulatory, and feeding problems for their newborns fully disclosed to them by their prescribers. Continue reading
Posted in Big Muddy River Newsletter, Press Releases Tagged antidepressant, Brain, Depression, Newborns, Psychiatric Drugs, Side Effects, SSRI, Withdrawal Comments Off on Mothers’ Psychiatric Drug Use Increases Risk of Newborns Needing Urgent Medical Attention, New Research Finds
Citizens Commission on Human Rights Calls for Congressional Investigation into Psychiatric In-Patient Treatment
Study Finds Suicide Risk High after Hospitalization for Depression or Attempted Suicide. Continue reading
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CCHR Urges Doctors to Heed New Study Indicating Placebo Effect, Not Antidepressant, Improved Teens’ Depression
Teens guessing they were taking an antidepressant led to substantial improvement, while actual treatment with the drug did not, researchers found. Continue reading
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Holiday Blues? Research Finds Alternatives That Avoid Questionable Benefit and Known Side Effects of Antidepressants
Research validates the effectiveness of trusted social connections, exercise, proper diet, enough sleep and other non-drug approaches for handling depression. Continue reading
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Antidepressants Increase Risk of Suicidal Behavior in Children and Young Adults, Don’t Reduce Risk in Adults, Study Says
Other recent research has found antidepressants double the risk of suicidal thoughts and actions in adults. Continue reading
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No Clear Benefit, But Serious Side Effects Common for Older People Taking Antidepressants, Study Finds
Adverse effects from taking antidepressants are more common and serious for the elderly because they have more fragile health and take more medications. Continue reading
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Half of Depressed, Anxious Teens Recover Without Mental Health Treatment, Study Finds
Research indicates the resilience of adolescents is effective and can avoid the ineffectiveness, harms and costs of pharmacological and psychological treatments. Continue reading
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