by CCHR National Affairs Office | Apr 13, 2022
More Americans than ever are taking psychiatric drugs to correct presumed chemical imbalances of the brain that years of research have failed to prove exist. A leading psychiatrist who headed the top U.S. psychiatric research institute for more than a decade has...
by CCHR National Affairs Office | Apr 8, 2022
Even a gradual tapering does not ensure that withdrawal symptoms will be completely avoided. A review of the most current evidence about the physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms associated with discontinuing or reducing the dosage of antidepressant drugs has...
by CCHR National Affairs Office | Apr 7, 2022
Because of ingrained racism admitted by American psychiatric and psychological associations, minorities should be alert to abusive mental health treatment. Good mental health is a vital part of overall health and well-being, which every person should enjoy....
by CCHR National Affairs Office | Mar 23, 2022
The finding of no health benefit from eating disorders screening is consistent with research finding risks of harm, no benefit from any mental health screening. A new recommendation from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) advises that there is no direct...
by CCHR National Affairs Office | Mar 17, 2022
Researchers found patients may be unable to bear the withdrawal symptoms and so give up on discontinuation, resulting in a growing number of long-term users. A new study finds no clear guidance for doctors in tapering or discontinuing antidepressants, leaving their...
