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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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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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NEW CCHR DOCUMENTARY EXPOSES DEADLY LINK BETWEEN PSYCHIATRIC DRUGS AND VIOLENCE

Posted on December 15, 2025 by cchrstl

For many years the documented correlation between psychiatric drug use and violent behavior has been largely ignored. Continue reading →

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Nearly Half of Preschoolers Diagnosed with ADHD Are Prescribed Drugs Before Changes in Managing Their Behavior Are Tried

Posted on November 3, 2025 by cchrstl

Prescribing drugs for preschoolers soon after diagnosis of ADHD conflicts with American Academy of Pediatrics. Continue reading →

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

Posted on July 21, 2025 by cchrstl

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

Posted on June 23, 2025 by cchrstl

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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CCHR Calls on FDA to Update Antidepressant Prescribing Information for Increased Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death

Posted on May 5, 2025 by cchrstl

New research shows antidepressants substantially increase the risk of heart-related sudden death. Citizens Commission on Human Rights calls on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to update medication guides to reflect this risk. Continue reading →

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Hallucinogen Use Leading to Hospital Visit More Than Doubles Risk of Premature Death, New Research Indicates

Posted on April 28, 2025 by cchrstl

A new study has found that needing acute care after hallucinogen use is associated with a significantly increased risk of death within 5 years, especially from suicide, compared with the general population. Continue reading →

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New Research Finds an Increased Risk of Osteoporosis and Bone Fractures from Antidepressants

Posted on March 17, 2025 by cchrstl

New study indicates that osteoporosis and bone fractures are significant potential risks of using antidepressants.  Citizens Commission on Human Rights calls on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to update antidepressants prescribing information and medication guides to reflect these research findings and raise awareness. Continue reading →

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