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Welcome to this Mad in America podcast. My name is Robert Whitaker, and I'm happy today to have the pleasure of speaking with Joanna Moncrieff. Dr. Moncrieff is a psychiatrist who works in the National Health Service in the United Kingdom. She is a Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College, London. In 1990 she co-founded the Critical Psychiatry Network, which today has about 400 psychiatrist members, about two-thirds of whom are in the United Kingdom. From my perspective, the Critical Psychiatry Network has been at the forefront of making a broad critique of the disease model of care. Without this network, I don't think that critique would be anywhere near as prominent or as sophisticated as it is today. Dr. Moncrieff is a prolific researcher and writer. Her books include De-Medicalizing Misery, The Bitterest Pills: The Troubling Story of Antipsychotic Drugs, and The Myth of the Chemical Cure. Her latest book is titled Chemically Imbalanced: The Making and Unmaking of the Serotonin Myth. This book in many ways is a follow-up to her 2022 paper which looked at the serotonin story and concluded that there was no good evidence that a serotonergic deficiency was a primary cause of depression. It caused quite a furor within the media and in psychiatry. *** A full transcript of this interview is availabe here: https://www.madinamerica.com/2025/04/chemically-imbalanced-joanna-moncrieff-making-unmaking-serotonin-myth/ Thank you for being with us to listen to the podcast and read our articles this year. MIA is funded entirely by reader donations. If you value MIA, please help us continue to survive and grow. https://www.madinamerica.com/donate/ To find the Mad in America podcast on your preferred podcast player, click here: https://pod.link/1212789850 © Mad in America 2025. Produced by James Moore https://www.jmaudio.org
What if your anxiety isn't fear, and your trauma might not be real? Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett reveals how your brain creates emotional illusions. Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett is a Professor of Psychology and among the top 0.1% of most cited scientists for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is also the author of books such as ‘Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain'. In this conversation, Dr. Lisa and Steven discuss topics such as, how anxiety is a predictive error in the brain, the shocking truth about childhood trauma, how trauma can be contagious, and why you don't have any free will. 00:00 Intro 02:22 Lisa's Mission 04:14 Why Is It Important to Understand How the Brain Works? 10:48 Measuring Emotions 13:55 What Is the Predictive Brain? 16:08 Examples of the Brain Making Predictions 24:13 Is the Predictive Brain at the Root of Trauma? 31:27 Cultural Inheritance, Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression 36:29 How Reframing Past Events Can Change Identity 42:41 Meaning as a Consequence of Action 44:11 How to Overcome Fear by Taking Action 45:43 Prediction Error 47:37 Learning Through Exposure 49:47 Dangers of Social Contagion 54:06 Anxiety in the Context of Social Contagion 58:33 Is Social Media Programming Us to Be Sad? 1:02:08 Ads 1:03:03 First Step to Overcoming Mental Health Issues 1:05:18 Chronic Pain 1:08:23 What Is Depression? 1:09:17 Body Budgeting and Body Bankruptcy 1:12:26 How Stress Contributes to Weight Gain 1:15:00 Depression in Adolescents 1:17:02 Is Depression a Chemical Imbalance? 1:18:30 The Story of Lisa's Daughter 1:21:09 Oral Birth Control as a Risk Factor for Depression 1:24:07 How Lisa Helped Her Daughter Overcome Depression 1:29:11 Social Support 1:35:26 Lisa's Daughter's Recovery from Depression 1:39:12 Does Alcohol Affect the Body Budget and Increase Depression Risk? 1:42:45 Ads 1:44:00 Can People Change Emotions by Smiling? 1:45:49 Lisa's Perspective on ADHD 1:48:01 The Power of Words to Facilitate Emotion 1:52:26 Stress as a Burden to the Metabolic Budget 1:53:27 Lisa's View on God and Religion 1:54:25 What Is the Meaning of Life in Lisa's Opinion? 1:59:32 Question from the Previous Guest Follow Dr Lisa: X - https://g2ul0.app.link/JlkAHKXhCSb Website - https://g2ul0.app.link/TWOO6vZhCSb You can purchase Dr Lisa's book, ‘Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain', here: https://g2ul0.app.link/35oJGs4hCSb Watch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACEpisodes The 1% Diary is back - and it won't be around for long, so act fast! https://bit.ly/1-Diary-Megaphone-ad-reads You can purchase the The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb Sign up to receive email updates about Diary Of A CEO here: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-newsletter Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Ekster - http://partner.ekster.com/DOAC and use code STEVEN to get an extra 10% off on top of their current Spring sale Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, we're continuing with Part 8 of the Back to the Basics series by exploring the vital role that comprehensive lab work plays in healing anxiety and depression. I break down why we take a physiology-first—but not physiology-only—approach, the truth behind the outdated “chemical imbalance” theory, and how functional labs can uncover real root causes that are often missed in standard care.In this episode, you'll learn:Why focusing on your body is often the missing piece in mental health treatmentHow the “chemical imbalance” theory got started—and why it doesn't hold upWhat's often missing from standard lab work and how comprehensive blood testing can uncover hidden drivers of anxiety or depressionWhat markers we include in our custom lab panel and whyHow optimizing your biology creates capacity for deeper healing3 Key Takeaways:Physiology First, Not Only: There's an interplay between physiology and psychology but if your body is depleted or stressed, it changes how your brain functions. You can't mindset your way out of a nervous system stuck in survival mode.The Chemical Imbalance Theory is outdated and debunked. This oversimplified narrative can prevent people from exploring the root causes of their symptoms and keeps many stuck in medication-only treatment plans that don't fully support their healing.Comprehensive Lab Work can take out some of the guesswork. It helps uncover hidden imbalances—like nutrient deficiencies or hormone issues—that may be driving anxiety or depression. It gives you clear, personalized data to support your healing.Looking for more personalized support?Book a FREE discovery call for RESTORE, our 1:1 anxiety & depression coaching program (HSA/FSA eligible & includes comprehensive bloodwork)Join me inside Regulated Living, a mental health membership and nervous system healing space (sliding scale pricing available)Order my book, Healing Through the Vagus Nerve today!*Want me to talk about something specific on the podcast? Let me know HERE.**Referenced Sources: Moncrieff, J., Cooper, R. E., Stockmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M. P., & Horowitz, M. A. (2022). The serotonin theory of depression: A systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular Psychiatry, 28(8), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41380-022-01661-0Website: https://www.riseaswe.com/podcastEmail: amanda@riseaswe.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaontherise/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amandaontherise
“Big Pharma is one of the largest and most profitable businesses in America, and in order to sell their chemical goods to allegedly treat the mind/psyche, pharmaceutical companies must convince society that people's mental and behavioral problems are caused by their bodily chemicals.” Daniel R. Berger, The Chemical Imbalance Delusion An epidemic of mental […] The post Big Pharma and the Big Lie – The Chemical Imbalance Theory of Mental Illness first appeared on Academy of Ideas.
Send us a textGreg got to sit down with infamous psychologist John Rosemond. John made his case for all of psychology being forged, twisted, and made up. He schooled Greg on the falsehood of "chemical imbalance" and how not one psychological diagnosis can be proven with peer reviewed study. John has been sued in federal court and has won. This was an interesting episode. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists: Full Service Financial Planning! Click HERE for a free consultation today! Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV App
Dr. Lynn Anderson who's pen name is Dr. Lynn Wylnn is a Naturopath and Yoga therapist. She is the author of many books about health, nutrition, yoga, karma, sexuality and more. Her accomplishments are too numerous to name here. Find out more about Dr. Lynn at "Doctorlynn" In this #podcast, we discuss the areas of life that you have a say in that have tremendous effects on your health, prosperity, happiness, and more.RESOURCES:Visit Dr. Lynn's Website:http://www.doctorlynn.com/Shop Dr. Lynn's Books:https://amzn.to/4l6wndZVisit this episode's blog page:https://drhaley.com/anti-aging-with-yoga/Visit Dr. Lynn's Social Media:https://www.youtube.com/user/doctorlynn/https://www.twitter.com/drlynnandersonhttps://www.facebook.com/DrLynnAndersonhttps://instagram.com/doctorlaahttps://www.linkedin.com/pub/lynn-andersonTIMESTAMPS:00:00:00 Intro Snip00:02:11 How was your diet influenced by living on a tiny island of the coast of Maine?00:05:40 What is "Real Food" vs. Processed foods?00:08:47 What does "Natural" mean in food terms?00:09:30 What is a Naturopath?00:09:55 What are some of the therapies Naturopaths use?00:10:30 What is color therapy?00:13:50 What is getting in the way of people's health?00:16:45 What is Yoga?00:18:00 Does yoga make you stronger?00:20:38 What areas of exercise is yoga missing?00:25:13 What is a "Chemical Imbalance"?00:26:58 Why are there so many medications and processed foods filled with chemicals?00:28:58 What is the cure for cancer?00:31:57 Where does modern medicine let us down and fail?00:35:00 Who is a typical client patient for Dr. Lynn?00:37:44 How much say do we have in how we age?00:40:00 Are you loving yourself enough?00:41:20 "You're never too old to follow a dream".00:43:30 Dr. Lynn's personal success story00:44:10 Dr. Lynn shares a client success story00:46:01 What is prosperity?00:47:24 Power words that were spoken into Dr. Haley's life00:49:38 Dr. Lynn tells some power words that were spoken into her life
Joe Tudor, the founder of Reconnect—a platform that provides tools and events to help people with their mental health and connect with others going through similar experiences—once struggled with his own mental health, facing depression.In this episode, Joe shares his story and what his journey through depression looked like. If you are currently facing depression, while this episode won't magically cure it, hearing the stories of others—how they navigated it and found their way through—can help you feel less alone, provide hope, and possibly guide you toward taking a step forward.At least, that is my sincere hope—and I can only assume Joe shares that hope—that this conversation might be meaningful for you.Show notes for this episode can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2025/03/joe-tudor/
Dr. Moncrieff's 2022 umbrella review of the serotonin theory of depression became one of the most widely read and influential papers of modern times, ranking in the top 5% of all scientific papers ever written. In light of the extreme interest, Dr. Moncrieff wrote a new book--Chemical Imbalance: The Making and Unmaking of a Serotonin Myth. She joins the podcast to share her discoveries and analyses.Visit Dr. Moncrieff at https://joannamoncrieff.com
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Robert Whitaker discusses the failures of psychiatry's disease model and explores alternative approaches to mental health care. Learn about new paradigms for understanding and treating mental health issues. #MentalHealth #PsychiatryReform #AlternativeCare
On Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 Dr. Roger McFillin was interviewed by Dr. Nikki Johnson, a pediatrician and the Director of FAIR (Foundation Against Intolerance and Racism) in Medicine for a live webinar event. The webinar, titled "Informed Consent and SSRIs Revisited: Side Effects and Treatment Alternatives," tackles one of the most pressing issues in mental healthcare today. It was too important to not get out on a podcast episode. Medical freedom and Informed consent are one of the most pressing issues of our time. The Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism ("FAIR")is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization committed to challenging threats to civil liberties from identity-based practices. As an organization committed to promoting honest scientific discourse and defending medical freedom, FAIR is uniquely positioned to facilitate these crucial conversations. During this live webinar, Dr. McFillin and Dr. Johnson explored critical questions about SSRI medications that often go undiscussed: What are the full range of side effects? What alternative treatments exist? How has industry influence shaped our understanding of these medications? Most importantly, what information do patients need for genuine informed consent?The Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism ("FAIR") WebsiteYoutube video of the Live Webinar RADICALLY GENUINE PODCASTDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here—-----------FREE DOWNLOAD! DISTRESS TOLERANCE SKILLS
In this powerful episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel challenges the conventional "chemical imbalance" theory behind ADHD and anxiety, revealing its origins in pharmaceutical marketing rather than scientific evidence. Drawing from both personal and professional experience, he explains the real root causes of these conditions through the lens of nervous system function and environmental factors, offering hope through natural, drug-free approaches to healing.[00:00:00] - Introduction to chemical imbalance theory challengeOrigins in pharmaceutical marketing vs. scientific evidenceLack of actual testing for chemical imbalances[00:02:00] - Personal connection to ADHD and anxietyDr. Tony's experience with ADHDReframing ADHD as a potential advantageImportance of understanding true root causes[00:04:00] - Breaking down the pharmaceutical approachMarketing strategies behind diagnosesHow conditions are presented as purely negative[00:08:00] - Understanding nervous system regulationIntroduction to vagus nerve functionConnection to neurotransmitter balance[00:10:00] - Current state of ADHD treatmentStatistics on diagnosis ratesDiscussion of medication classifications[00:13:00] - Problems with current diagnostic practicesSurvey-based diagnosis processLack of personalization in careIssues with medication dosing approaches[00:17:00] - The real science of nervous system functionDr. Bruce Lipton's research insightsRole of environment in nervous system responseConnection between behavior and nervous system state[00:20:00] - The perfect storm conceptEnvironmental stress factorsImpact of modern lifestyleEarly life influences on nervous system development[00:26:00] - Nervous system dynamics explainedGas pedal vs. brake pedal analogyRole of sympathetic dominanceImpact on focus and behavior[00:29:00] - Chiropractic approach to healingExplanation of care phasesImportance of consistency in careIntegration with lifestyle changesSources used in this episode:https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2022.1062484/full?utm_source=chatgpt.comhttps://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2022/jul/analysis-depression-probably-not-caused-chemical-imbalance-brain-new-study?utm_source=chatgpt.comhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/kids-and-adhd/201304/the-truth-about-adhd?utm_source=chatgpt.com-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. To watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS Directory Subscribe, share, and stay tuned for more incredible episodes unpacking the power of Nervous System focused care for children!
Should my stepson take a genetic test to evaluate his risk for pancreatic cancer?I had abdominal surgery last month. What can I do or take to minimize scarring?I have dry mouth. What treatments can I use to restore saliva?Could metoprolol be contributing to my restless legs syndrome?I've been diagnosed with a chemical imbalance and prescribed Zyprexa. What are your thoughts?
Conspiracies unfold as Florida prosecutors vacate convictions for people who bought crack made by the Sheriff's Office, Biden urged to empty federal death row before Trump presidency, and the most-known cause for depression debunked. NewsFlorida prosecutor seeks to clear records of people charged with buying police-made crack in 1980sBiden urged to empty federal death row before Trump takes officeDepression Is Not Caused by Chemical Imbalance in the Brain Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram.
Chemical imbalance is not your issue. If you ask the right question, there is always more to understand on your health journey. This applies even when we talk about mental health issues such as anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and many others. For episode 6 of the Healing Conspiracy podcast, Chris welcomes Thrive Programme Coach, Matt Christofaro, to discuss the topic of mental health. As a part of the podcast series Toxic Life, they explore the ways in which toxic thinking lead to imbalances in the body and how this toxicity can lead to a list of further complications. This edgy topic will definitely have you asking questions, and challenging many of the mainstream beliefs around mental health. To learn more or to get in touch with Matt Christofaro: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com//thrive.with.matt/ Website: https://www.thriveprogramme.org/matt-christofaro/ Email: matt.christofaro@thriveprogramme.org **Disclaimer** The content provided on Healing Conspiracy, including but not limited to our website, YouTube channel, podcast, and social media platforms, is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information shared is based on personal experiences, research, and opinions, and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Healing Conspiracy and its creators, including Chris Pratt, are not licensed healthcare providers and do not provide medical, legal, or other professional advice. Any information presented should not be considered as medical advice or a recommendation for any specific treatment, product, or course of action. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any decisions regarding your health, starting new treatments, or making significant changes to your existing healthcare regimen. The use or reliance on any information provided by Healing Conspiracy is solely at your own risk. Healing Conspiracy, its creators, and any associated parties disclaim any liability or responsibility for any harm, loss, or injury resulting from the use or misuse of information contained within our content. By engaging with our content, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer.
William Porter, author of Alcohol Explained, explores the mental and physical impact of alcohol, focusing on addiction and recovery. His work combines personal experience with research to offer practical advice for understanding and breaking free from alcohol dependency.
Chemical imbalance is not your issue. If you ask the right question, there is always more to understand on your health journey. This applies even when we talk about mental health issues such as anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and many others. For episode 6 of the Healing Conspiracy podcast, Chris welcomes Thrive Programme Coach, Matt Christofaro, to discuss the topic of mental health. As a part of the podcast series Toxic Life, they explore the ways in which toxic thinking lead to imbalances in the body and how this toxicity can lead to a list of further complications. This edgy topic will definitely have you asking questions, and challenging many of the mainstream beliefs around mental health. To learn more or to get in touch with Matt Christofaro: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com//thrive.with.matt/ Website: https://www.thriveprogramme.org/matt-christofaro/ Email: matt.christofaro@thriveprogramme.org **Disclaimer** The content provided on Healing Conspiracy, including but not limited to our website, YouTube channel, podcast, and social media platforms, is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information shared is based on personal experiences, research, and opinions, and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Healing Conspiracy and its creators, including Chris Pratt, are not licensed healthcare providers and do not provide medical, legal, or other professional advice. Any information presented should not be considered as medical advice or a recommendation for any specific treatment, product, or course of action. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any decisions regarding your health, starting new treatments, or making significant changes to your existing healthcare regimen. The use or reliance on any information provided by Healing Conspiracy is solely at your own risk. Healing Conspiracy, its creators, and any associated parties disclaim any liability or responsibility for any harm, loss, or injury resulting from the use or misuse of information contained within our content. By engaging with our content, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer.
In this explosive episode, award-winning journalist Robert Whitaker and Dr. Roger McFillin blow the lid off one of the biggest medical scandals of our time. Whitaker reveals shocking evidence of widespread fraud, corruption, scientific misconduct and deliberate misinformation that has shaped mental health care for decades. From manipulated drug trials to buried research and conflicts of interest reaching the highest levels of the medical establishment, this conversation exposes a web of deception that has potentially harmed millions. A must listen and one of the most important Radically Genuine Podcast episodes for the millions of people experimenting on psychiatric drugs and those who are prescribing them under the pretense of "safe and effective". Robert Whitaker is an American journalist and author who has won numerous awards as a journalist covering medicine and science, including the George Polk Award for Medical Writing and a National Association for Science Writers' Award for best magazine article. In 1998, he co-wrote a series on psychiatric research for the Boston Globe that was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service. His first book, Mad in America, was named by Discover magazine as one of the best science books of 2002. Anatomy of an Epidemic won the 2010 Investigative Reporters and Editors book award for best investigative journalism. He is the publisher of madinamerica.com. Chapters00:00 The Crisis in Mental Health and Misinformation03:09 Robert Whitaker: A Journalist's Journey14:20 The Rise of Prozac and the Chemical Imbalance Theory35:21 The STAR-D Trial: A Deceptive Narrative49:20 Institutional Corruption and the Medical Establishment01:00:24 The Need for Informed Consent and AlternativesOriginal STAR*D PaperWhitaker MAD in America Story and links to scientific misconduct papersCounterPunch StoryMcFillin Radically Genuine Substack on STAR*D RADICALLY GENUINE PODCASTDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here—-----------FREE DOWNLOAD! DISTRESS TOLERANCE SKILLS
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Episode Highlights: Defining and Achieving Thriving, The Impact of Relationships on Followers and Clients, Finding a Reason and Lesson in Every Situation, Exploring Anxious and Avoidant Attachment Styles Summary: Welcome to this week's edition of The HOT Seat as Kaylor takes the hot seat with team member Jena Wiebe where they dive deep into the multifaceted world of mental health, personal growth, and relationships. Kaylor shares his compelling insights on the root causes of depression, examining whether it's merely a chemical imbalance or a consequence of lifestyle choices. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as Kaylor and Jena dissect the impact of relationships on mental health. Kaylor opens up about his personal evolution from a non-committal 'fuckboy' in his twenties to embracing intentional, committed relationships in his thirties. They unpack the complexities of anxious and avoidant attachment styles, shedding light on their roots in fear of abandonment and rejection. Kaylor's belief that everything happens for a reason is woven throughout the discussion, highlighting the importance of finding meaning and lessons in every experience. Takeaways: Thriving is defined differently by each individual, but it often involves waking up with excitement and being stoked to face the day Depression may not be solely caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain, but can be influenced by diet, lifestyle, and mindset The healthcare system often focuses on prescribing medication for depression without considering other factors such as diet, relationships, and lifestyle Relationships should be based on genuine connection and shared values, rather than the fear of losing followers or clients The importance to distinguish between someone who is intentionally exploring and someone who is avoiding commitment Personal growth and self-awareness can lead to a shift from being a fuckboy to being more intentional and open to a committed relationship If you enjoyed the episode, please be sure to take a screenshot and share it out on Instagram and tag @thekaylorbetts. Also, please make sure to give us a review and a five star rating if you're loving what we are doing! _____________________________ SPONSORS: Truly Tallow | https://www.trulytallow.com/ Use code “SUNNYBALLS10” at checkout for 10% off your order _____________________________ IMPORTANT UPDATES: Check out the Awake & Winning Website | https://awakeandwinning.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Life AW-cademy | https://theawlife.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Business AW-cademy | https://theawbiz.com Join the Awake & Winning POD-cademy | http://yourwinningpodcast.com/ Follow Kaylor on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/ Follow Jena on Instagram |https://www.instagram.com/iamjenawiebe/ _____________________________
Nicole O'Barto Trainer, a psychologist specializing in integrative approaches to mental health, discusses the connection between physical and mental well-being. She emphasizes the importance of a holistic treatment approach that incorporates mind-body practices, nutritional strategies, and movement therapies. Nicole explains how gastrointestinal health is linked to mental health and discusses the role of chronic stress and inflammation in gastrointestinal disorders. She also highlights the integration of mindfulness-based interventions in therapy sessions and the importance of developing new mindsets. Nicole challenges the traditional medical model's focus on symptoms and emphasizes the potential for healing and growth. This conversation explores the overuse of SSRIs and the lack of research on tapering off these medications effectively. It also delves into alternative treatments for depression and anxiety, such as exercise and nutrition. The discussion then shifts to the rise of anxiety and depression in modern living, particularly in relation to social media and smartphones. The illusory nature of identity is examined, highlighting the importance of non-attachment and curiosity in personal development. See more about Nicole's work here - https://nativeclinics.com/ Takeaways: A holistic treatment approach that incorporates mind-body practices, nutritional strategies, and movement therapies can be effective in addressing mental health issues. There is a strong connection between gastrointestinal health and mental health, and addressing chronic stress and inflammation is crucial in treating gastrointestinal disorders. - Mindfulness-based interventions can be integrated into therapy sessions to help individuals develop new mindsets and improve emotional well-being. The traditional medical model's focus on symptoms may reinforce an individual's relationship to their struggles, while contemplative practices emphasize healing and growth. Question the use of SSRIs and explore alternative treatments for depression and anxiety. Be mindful of the impact of social media and smartphones on mental health. Recognize the illusory nature of identity and cultivate non-attachment and curiosity. Consider the role of nutrition and exercise in maintaining balanced mood and emotionality. Chapters [00:00] Introduction and Background [ 01:42] Holistic Treatment Approach [03:01] The Impact of Movement on Mental Health [04:56] The Connection Between Gastrointestinal Health and Mental Health [06:15] Addressing Gastrointestinal Disorders [08:36] Integration of Mindfulness-Based Interventions [10:54] Mindfulness and IBS [11:32] Addressing Panic and Anxiety [13:07] Developing New Mindsets [14:33] Consciousness and Non-Dual Awareness [16:24] Philosophical Differences in Approaches [20:31] Psychiatric Medication and Chemical Imbalance [23:12] Serotonin in the Gut [26:26] Addressing Gut Health [31:02] SSRI Medication and Chemical Imbalance [31:07] Questioning the Use of SSRIs [32:08] Lack of Research on Tapering Off SSRIs [33:06] Exploring Alternative Treatments for Depression and Anxiety [39:20] The Rise of Anxiety and Depression in Modern Living [40:31] The Impact of Social Media and Smartphones [48:39] The Illusory Nature of Identity [57:28] Cultivating Non-Attachment and Curiosity Disclaimer Professional medical care and psychotherapeutic services are not offered on this Youtube channel. It is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such condition Seeking professional support is encouraged if you think you have an issue and that you want help.
On episode 212, we welcome Mark L. Ruffalo to discuss the misunderstanding of the so-called “medical model” of psychiatry, why there's a gap between mainstream medicine and trauma-informed care, the ways in which biology and environment interact to produce mental illness, the difference between responsibility and blame, Judith Herman and the historical misuse of personality labels to mistreat women, how Lithium saved lives, modern psychoanalysis and its misrepresentation in pop culture and academia, addressing the stigma of mental illness, resolving the problem of poly-diagnosis, the DSM as the punching bag of contrarian academic thought, and the chemical imbalance hypothesis as the foundation for psychotropic medications. Mark . Ruffalo, M.S.W., D.Psa., is a psychotherapist in private practice in Tampa, Florida, and serves as Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and Adjunct Instructor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine. He has broad clinical experience in the psychoanalytic treatment of mood disorders, personality disorders, and psychosomatic illness, and has particular interest in the psychotherapy of schizophrenia. | Mark L. Ruffalo | ► Website | https://www.drruffalo.com ► Twitter | https://twitter.com/MarkLRuffalo ► Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-l-ruffalo-71929063 ► Psychology Today | https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/mark-l-ruffalo-msw-dpsa Where you can find us: | Seize The Moment Podcast | ► Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/SeizeTheMoment ► Twitter | https://twitter.com/seize_podcast ► Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/seizethemoment ► TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@seizethemomentpodcast
If you've been told that your depression is a life sentence, or you've found medications lacking in the magic they promised, then this is the conversation for you. We're putting under the microscope the flawed logic that has perpetuated the chemical imbalance narrative and unpacking why depression can't be pinned down to a single cause. Dive into the significance of nervous system regulation, the groundbreaking polyvagal theory, and discover how the vagus nerve could hold the key to unlocking a brighter, more stable mood. It's not just about challenging outdated ideas; it's about embracing new, transformative strategies for growth and healing.resources used for the podcast are cited below: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article/file?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.0020392&type=printablehttps://therapist.com/brain-and-body/polyvagal-theory/interested in SHIFT? Want a free call with EMYLEE? Grab a spot for a free call hereFind more information and Free resources HERE: https://hernextstep.limitlessfemalecoaching.com/landing-page-her-next-stepHave a question about the program or something you want answered on the podcast? Come chat with me on instagram!@Limitlessfemale
In this podcast, Antonella Aguilera-Ruiz, ND discusses the most evidence based way to talk about depression with our patients. And what can be the implications of attributing causation to the chemical imbalance theory. We take a look at two trials that give insight on why complexity is likely the name of the game and how causal attribution affects patient outcomes. References: Kemp, J. J., Lickel, J. J., & Deacon, B. J. (2014). Effects of a chemical imbalance causal explanation on individuals' perceptions of their depressive symptoms. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 56, 47–52. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.brat.2014.02.009 Nolan, A., & O'Connor, C. (2019). The effect of causal attributions for depression on help-seeking and treatment preferences. Journal of Affective Disorders, 257, 477–485. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.2019.07.017 Zimmermann, M., & Papa, A. (2020). Causal explanations of depression and treatment credibility in adults with untreated depression: Examining attribution theory. Psychology and Psychotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice, 93(3), 537–554. https://doi.org/10.1111/papt.12247
“The dangers of medicalizing the human condition are nothing short of a silent epidemic in American society. This dangerous trend pathologizes the core of human experience, categorizing everyday emotions and responses to trauma and life's challenges as disorders. It's a slippery slope into psychiatric over-diagnosis, overmedication, and a lifetime of pharmaceutical dependency.” – Dr. Roger McFillin, Psy.D., ABPPThe notion that depression is the result of a “chemical imbalance” in the brain emerged, not coincidentally, in the late '80s with the introduction of Prozac—a drug that appeared to be helpful in treating depression by increasing levels of serotonin. Pushed heavily by Big Pharma as well as organizations including the American Psychiatric Association, this storyline has become the dominant narrative up until recently, in which an umbrella review (led by Joanna Moncrieff) concluded that, “The main areas of serotonin research provide no consistent evidence of there being an association between serotonin and depression, and no support for the hypothesis that depression is caused by lowered serotonin activity or concentrations.” Join me in this episode as Dr. Roger McFillin and I discuss topics including dispelling some of the myths around depression being a chemical imbalance, the over-use of prescription medications, and some of the issues today that are threatening to take away our medical freedom.Despite being formally trained in evidence-based treatments and achieving Board Certification in Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology from the American Board of Professional Psychologists, Dr. Roger McFillin has witnessed countless individuals deteriorate under these supposedly “best available evidence” recommendations. Many who turned to drugs and medical interventions to improve their mental health worsened dramatically. In an attempt to resolve the conflict between what he was seeing in clinical practice and what he was told to be safe and effective, Dr. McFillin immersed himself in scientific literature, delved into ancient philosophy, and scrutinized historical texts. His revelations were astounding. Much of the current scientific base that informs psychiatry and the mental health field is infected with corruption and bias. Dr. McFillin now shares his experience, and addresses the pervasive issues that threaten to take away our medical freedoms in his captivating Radically Genuine Podcast.Suggested Resources:DrMcFillin.comRadically Genuine Podcast | Instagram | TwitterHow To Raise a Healthy Child In Spite of Your DoctorDr. John Ioannidis PublicationsRisk of Suicidal Behaviors and Antidepressant Exposure Among Children and Adolescents: A Meta-Analysis of Observational StudiesThe Serotonin Theory of Depression: a Systematic Umbrella Review of the EvidenceRisk of Suicidal Behaviors and Antidepressant Exposure Among Children and ATo learn more about WellnStrong: Subscribe to my newsletter! WellnStrong Blog WellnStrong Instagram WellnStrong Pinterest
It was such a great turnout of questions for our first ever Q&A with Dr. Smerbeck that we ended up going double! This first part touches on the misnomer of "chemical imbalance" with regard to depression, personality tests, and Alan's favorite dinosaur, among other things. Be sure to check out Part 2 later this week! Dr. Smerbeck also shares an update on the Woke Little Library Project, and if you are able to contribute to these efforts, you can purchase banned books through the following Amazon wishlist accounts, where three incredible people will be ensuring their communities have access to topics that are being targeted and censored. http://tiny.cc/kbannedbooks http://tiny.cc/lbannedbooks http://tiny.cc/sbannedbooks Are you an expert in something and want to be on the show? Apply here! Please please pretty please support the show on patreon! You get ad free episodes, early episodes, and other bonus content!
I don't remember why I named this episode as I did. It's got a loose connection to the theme, but not much else. Kinda like some of the team names... Anyway, it's good to be back. Sorry for the bombshell. Wacky day. NGL this new logo rips. I'm gonna win the league with these keepers. Good to be back. Missed you shmucks.
On episode 18 of A Chat with Uma, I speak with Dr. Ana Maria De Souza! Ana Maria De Souza, Ph.D, is a Brazilian cognitive neuroscientist, who is passionate about bridging the gap between researchers, clinicians, and the public. She has completed an undergraduate degree and a Master's in Psychology in Brazil, and moved to the UK to pursue a Ph.D at the University of Cambridge with some of the most renowned OCD researchers in the world. She is committed to translating brain research into publicly available treatments for OCD and empowering individuals to make fully informed choices. In this episode, we discuss the following topics (+ timestamps): (00:00:00) Introduction of episode & Dr. Ana Maria De Souza (00:4:50): Dr. De Souza's lived experience with conditions and how that led her to become a neuropsychologist (00:13:18): How Dr. De Souza then pivoted from neuropsychology/clinical practice to cognitive neuroscience (00:19:00): How Dr. De Souza began studying OCD From anxiety to OCD Combatting the misconceptions and stigma around OCD How OCD is not usually taught about accurately in higher education How her understanding of OCD completely changed from meeting patients Her deep respect for and protectiveness of OCD survivors (00:27:07): Dr. De Souza's operational definition and conceptualization of OCD as a neuropsychologist, cognitive neuroscientist, and researcher (important to listen to!) (00:34:23): The neuroscience of OCD, in the context of Dr. De Souza's research + work; Differentiating OCD from anxiety/anxiety disorders (00:43:44): Newest unpublished findings from Dr. De Souza's lab and research! Differential profiles of functional vs. dysfunctional patient subgroups + theories Speculation around differences in themes and physical vs. mental compulsions (00:56:08): Dr. De Souza & colleagues' newest (+ groundbreaking!) Nature paper on Glutamate + GABA chemical imbalances in OCD patients Paper: Cortical glutamate and GABA are related to compulsive behaviour in individuals with obsessive compulsive disorder and healthy controls Discussion of novel methods Results and implications for patients Consequences of treatment delays on symptom severity (01:07:56): The critical importance of science communication and consuming research responsibly Misinterpretation of research findings Unfounded conclusions Correlation vs. causation Why we can't immediately translate basic science findings to treatments Consequences of incorrect science dissemination + interpretation The vast complexity and nuance of scientific findings The pitfalls of advocacy, overenthusiasm, and inadvertently communicating inaccurate research How to make research more accessible in an evidence-based, science-informed way Guidance on how to actually read research papers! (01:21:37): Limitations, caveats, and considerations around Dr. De Souza & colleagues' findings; limitations on research in general, at this time (01:25:44): DEEP rapid-fire final questions with Dr. De Souza, and closing out the episode! Connect with Dr. Ana Maria De Souza: Instagram: @OCD_science Dr. De Souza on ResearchGate Paper: Cortical glutamate and GABA are related to compulsive behaviour in individuals with obsessive compulsive disorder and healthy controls Orchard Registry: for patients to participate in OCD research Connect with me! My website: umarchatterjee.com Instagram: @UmaRChatterjee Twitter: @UmaRChatterjee TikTok: @UmaRChatterjee Email: hello@umarchatterjee.com Have a guest you want on the show? Fill out the Guest Suggestion Form! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/umarchatterjee/message
Date of Lecture: Thursday 18 May 2023 About the lecture: This lecture will describe recent research that exposed the fact that there is no convincing evidence to support the claim that depression is caused by low serotonin. It will describe the author's previous work which challenges the general idea that the drugs prescribed for mental health problems work by targeting an underlying biological abnormality. It will present an alternative explanation for the action of these drugs that highlights how they are substances that change normal brain chemistry and thereby modify normal mental activity and behaviour. Finally it will consider what this means for the use of drugs such as antidepressants, and suggest that we need to fundamentally re-evaluate the pros and cons of using them. About the speaker: Joanna Moncrieff is a Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London.
This week we are discussing the importance of getting blood tests for medication, the issues with private health care in the uk, and the dangers of the hustle culture. Follow me on Instagram: @thebipolardiaries_ TikTok: @thebipolardiaries Now live: www.thebipolardiaries.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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For decades we've been told that depression is caused by low serotonin. An umbrella study published last year has shown there is no evidence that is the case. Tune in to hear about what may be the true cause behind depression and what we can do about it. Join the waitlist for the Gut-Brain Healing Toolkit: Join Now Take the free quiz: Gut Issues? Find Out If Your Nervous System Is The Cause! If this resonated with you, be sure to let me know over on: Instagram: @trustyourgut.health TikTok: @trustyourgut.health To find out more: www.trustyourguthealth.com Please subscribe, leave a review, and SHARE this podcast with anyone you think may benefit! Thank you!
Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Tina Cole, Singer, Actress & Author, “My Three Lives: A Memoir” About Harvey's guest: Today's special guest, Tina Cole, is a singer and actress who can truly be considered a member of show business royalty, for several reasons. First of all, she's the daughter of Yvonne King of the legendary King Sisters, who were hugely popular big-band singers, and the 1st female vocal group to sing in 4 part harmony. And her father was the iconic pianist, orchestra leader and musical director Buddy Cole, who worked with some of the greatest singers of all time and recorded the soundtracks of over 1,000 movies. Secondly, she's a member of America's First Family of Song - the legendary King Family, which entertained audiences throughout the 60s and 70s with their own TV series and 17 TV specials. And thirdly, she will forever be remembered as the beautiful, sweet-natured Katie Douglas, in one of the greatest TV sitcoms of all time: “My Three Sons”. When she joined the cast of that show in its 8th season as Robbie Douglas' fiancée, and then his wife, she became an international sensation, receiving more fan mail than any other actor in any of Don Fedderson's many TV productions. And she won Photoplay Magazine's People's Choice Award for the Most Promising Actress. And get this: the episode of “My Three Sons” where Katie Douglas gave birth to triplets, was the number one show in the Nielsen Ratings for that week. Our guest has been entertaining audiences since she was a toddler. In addition to performing on TV and on tour with The King Family, and as a member of the immensely popular “Four King Cousins”, and her iconic role on “My Three Sons”, she had a recurring role on “Hawaiian Eye” opposite Robert Conrad and Troy Donohue. She guest starred in TV shows including “The Lucy Show”, “To Rome With Love”, “Adam-12” and many more. And when you thought you were listening to Raquel Welch singing on her 1970 TV Special, you were actually hearing the voice of our guest! She's appeared in a number of theatrical productions including “I Do, I Do”, “The Boyfriend”, “Trail of Dreams”, and “Chemical Imbalance”, and for 10 years she played Ethel Mertz in an “I Love Lucy” tribute show. For her stellar performance in the 2014 movie, “See Me”, she won the Vanguard Award at the Sacramento Film Festival. And in 2014, she received the Golden Halo Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Motion Picture and Television Industry. AND NOW, she's released her long-awaited autobiography entitled, “My Three Lives: A Memoir”, which takes us on an engaging, nostalgic, heartfelt – and sometimes heartbreaking – but ALWAYS uplifting and inspirational, journey through her multi-faceted career, her personal relationships, and her enormously strong bond with her beautiful family. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To see more about Tina Cole, go to:https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTinaCole/ #OfficialTinaCole #harveybrownstoneinterviews
Episode Highlights With KellyWhy she transitioned from a pharmacist to a functional medicine specialist and why she now works with ADHD and anxiety patientsThe common root causes she sees for these chronic issuesDopamine connection and why ADHD is not just a dopamine deficiencyCommon gut issues and how they present in problems in the body and the brainOther factors that contribute to these issues that people don't always realizeWhy ADHD and anxiety often go hand in handThe vitamin and mineral deficiencies that often play a role in why we see these issues togetherImportance of asking why, when there is a chemical imbalance or diagnosis instead of just treating the symptomWhy ice baths help with dopamine productionThe importance of protein consumption for producing neurotransmittersWhat to understand about caffeine consumption, especially with ADHD and anxietyAnother reason to get protein in the morning before caffeine and why its so important for womenHow underlying infections can be a huge source of stress on the bodyThe way certain exercises boost GABA and can help reduce some of these symptomsResources We MentionBook a time with Kelly hereDepression Is Not Caused by Chemical Imbalance in the Brain articleEverything Is Figureoutable by Marie ForleoBecoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon by Joe DispenzaB-ComplexMagnesium GlycinateThanks to Our Sponsors:HigherDOSE - Check out their sauna blanket, PEMF mat, red light face mask and so much more! I use their PEMF mat several times during the week. Use code mama15 for a discount.Wellnesse - My line of clean and non-toxic personal care products such as toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo and much more!
Today the fabulous Dr. Joanna Moncrieff is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about all things psychiatric medications. If you're on meds or are considering getting on meds, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Moncrieff is a psychiatrist, researcher, professor, and best-selling author. She is a professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London and works as a consultant psychiatrist in the NHS in London. Dr. Moncrieff researches the rational use and understanding of psychiatric drugs and the history, politics, and philosophy of psychiatry more generally. Her books include The Bitterest Pills, The Myth of the Chemical Cure, and A Straight Talking Introduction to Psychiatric Drugs. She is also co-founder of the Critical Psychiatry Network, which consists of a group of psychiatrists from around the world who are skeptical of the idea that mental disorders are simply brain diseases and of the dominance of the pharmaceutical industry. In today's episode, we talk about... - What Dr. Moncrieff believes is the problem with drug treatment for mental health problems - How the chemical imbalance theory was turned into a marketing message - The downside to believing in the chemical imbalance theory - How antidepressants change your brain chemistry - The implications of using antidepressants longterm - How improvement after someone starts taking a psych med is due to a placebo effect - How antipsychotics help people who are acutely psychotic - How we should approach psychosis - What you need to know about stopping your mental health medications - Why stopping a benzodiazepine can leave you even more anxious than before you started the med ✨ If you found this episode helpful and you think someone else would find it valuable, spread a little bit of cyber love and share it on your Instagram stories. HANGOUT WITH ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/ TODAY'S SHOW NOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/dr-joanna-moncrieff/
If you've ever thought about becoming a Health Coach or Functional Holistic Practitioner, now is the time! Right now, you can save up to 35% with only $49 down! CHECK OUT THE FREE SAMPLE CLASS: https://www.learntruehealth.com/coach I love IIN; the Institute for Integrative Nutrition is where I took my Health Coach Training and where you can transform your life and become an Integrative Health Coach! The whole program is online and designed for busy people, so anyone can do it! Free 7-Day Holistic Doctor Course by Ashley James: FreeDoctorCourse.com Join the Learn True Health FB group: https://www.learntruehealth.com/group Ozone Machine: https://www.learntruehealth.com/ozone Listen to episode 484 for more info on why and how to use ozonated water made in your home for energy and mitochondrial function: https://www.learntruehealth.com/at-home-ozone-therapy-for-immune-mitochondrial-health-eileen-durfee High-Quality NAD Brain Supplement: Use coupon code LTH at https://www.learntruehealth.com/nad Listen to episode 460 about the benefits of high-quality NAD on cellular function, energy production, and mitochondrial health: https://www.learntruehealth.com/nicotinamide-adenine-dinucliotide-supplement-nadovim-nad-the-missing-link-to-energy-brain-function-and-longevity Sunlighten Sauna - the sauna Ashley uses, loves, and recommends: Be sure to ask for the listener special! https://www.learntruehealth.com/sunlightensauna Listen to episode 245 to learn from the founder of Sunlighten Sauna as to why this sauna is the best tool for your health journey: https://www.learntruehealth.com/sunlighten-saunas The world's most effective Magnesium Soak: Use coupon code LTH at livingthegoodlifenaturally.com Listen to episode 294 to hear Kristen Bowen share her story of recovery and discovering the world's most absorbable form of magnesium: https://www.learntruehealth.com/magnesium-foot-soak Ashley's Favorite Spirulina and Chlorella: Use coupon code LTH at EnergyBits.com Listen to episode 487 and hear the latest science behind healing algie https://www.learntruehealth.com/mitochondrial-self-healing-superfoods-high-potency-chlorella-spirulina Dr. Biamonte's website: www.health-truth.com Join the Learn True Health Facebook group: learntruehealth.com/group
Greg Wieting helps leaders and entrepreneurs heal anxiety, depression, chronic pain and trauma so they can lead with bold and courageous hearts. For two decades he's helped hundreds of clients reduce or eliminate their dependence on antidepressants, anxiety, pain and sleep meds. He addresses the unique causative factors at play beneath your pain - namely the unresolved trauma that causes inflammation, compromises immune function, stagnates emotion, fogs thought and creates hormonal imbalance. He is the founder of PRISMA – a framework overlaying trauma, neuroscience, and energy medicine with somatic and mindfulness-based practices. He developed this while healing his own anxiety, depression, and chronic pain rooted in trauma. This included unraveling a severe spinal curvature and standing three inches taller today!https://www.prismamethod.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/shelor-select/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Here is the link to my "Change Your Brain" course: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.co... Despite 85-90% of people believing that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, there is no evidence that a chemical imbalance causes depression or is associated with depression. A new meta-analysis by the University College London reviewed the evidence and made headlines this week. Check out my two unlisted videos on what causes depression: https://youtu.be/Tr1sOJn8Z1Y https://youtu.be/EmCkBCZdZ7M Check out two videos by other creators on what causes depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fid1L... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAC9O... University College London's review that indicates there is no evidence for the low-serotonin hypothesis that a chemical imbalance causes depression: https://www.nature.com/articles/s4138... Researchers have known for over a decade that there is no evidence for the chemical imbalance : Johan Hari, Lost connections, the inflamed mind, "reducing the stigma but at what cost" https://guilfordjournals.com/doi/10.1..., https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2009-0... Do antidepressants work to treat depression: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB... Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanuts... Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.co... Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanut... Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.therapyinanutshell.com?utm_medium=YTDescription&utm_source=YouTube Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/bes... Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/c... If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC
For more ways to manage depression check out my course, Change Your Brain: 10 Natural, Research-Backed Ways to Improve Mental Health https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/change-your-brain Or my other courses and free resources here: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_medium=YTDescription&utm_source=podcast A chemical imbalance is not “The Cause” of depression. We have been systematically misinformed about what depression and anxiety are”. This is the main idea behind Johann Hari's bestselling book lost connections. I recently finished it, and even though I didn't completely agree with his conclusion, I thoroughly enjoyed his detailed, evidence-based tear-down of the overly-simplistic idea that "chemical imbalance causes depression". What if the causes of depression are much more complicated than we thought? What if it's not a chemical imbalance, but a combination of factors, especially what's going on around us? And inside us. For some people who have a limited understanding of the causes of depression, moving away from the simple chemical imbalance theory sounds like heresy, but before recording this video I shared the script with 3 professionals I trust, a Doctor, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, and a psychiatrist, and all three of them said “Isn't this basically the Bio-Psycho-Social Model?”. The bio-psycho-social model is a well understood and commonly accepted approach to mental health that conceptualizes the causes of mental illness as being an interplay of Biology, psychology (how you think) and society (your experiences, your environment). But I'm making this video because many members of the public have never heard of it. Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.therapyinanutshell.com?utm_medium=YTDescription&utm_source=podcast Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC
In this episode, my guest is Nolan Williams, M.D., a triple board-certified psychiatrist, neurologist and professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine. He is also the Director of the Stanford Brain Stimulation Lab. We discuss clinical applications for brain stimulation, behavioral protocols and novel drug treatments to halt and reverse mental health disorders, including depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We first discuss the neural circuits for self-identity and mood and stress control. We discuss Dr. Williams' work using transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to depression, trauma, PTSD, and other mood disorders. We then dive deep into the history, biology, modern use, and safety margins of the various psychedelics, including MDMA, LSD, ketamine, ibogaine, ayahuasca, and psilocybin, as well as cannabis and the use of SSRIs in both adults and children. Finally, we discuss behavioral treatments for mental health disorders, including sleep and sleep deprivation, light exposure, exercise, and training to control the brain-heart-rate pathways. Regardless of age, all those interested in mental health should benefit from the incredible breadth and depth of Dr. Williams' knowledge and the clarity with which he conveys that information. Thank you to our sponsors AG1 (Athletic Greens): https://athleticgreens.com/huberman InsideTracker: https://insidetracker.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://www.eightsleep.com/huberman ROKA: https://www.roka.com/huberman Supplements from Momentous https://www.livemomentous.com/huberman Huberman Lab Premium https://hubermanlab.com/premium For the full show notes, visit hubermanlab.com Timestamps (00:00:00) Dr. Nolan Williams, Brain Stimulation & Depression Treatment (00:03:31) Huberman Lab Premium (00:04:42) InsideTracker, Eight Sleep, ROKA (00:08:37) Momentous Supplements (00:09:16) Depression, Risk Factors, Emergency Psychiatric Treatments (00:15:11) The Brain-Heart Connection, Vagus Nerve, Prefrontal Cortex (00:17:51) Right vs. Left Brain Hemispheres & Mood Balance, Connectome (00:22:34) Heart Rate & Depression, Behavioral Interventions, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) (00:33:02) Prefrontal Cortex & Cognitive Control, TMS (00:37:46) AG1 (Athletic Greens) (00:39:00) Belief/Identity “Rules”, Re-scripting, TMS & Talk Therapy (00:45:49) Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex, TMS & Depression Treatment (00:48:36) Cingulate Cortex & Emotion, Dissociation & Catatonia (00:54:27) Ketamine, the Opioid System & Depression; Psychedelic Experience or Biology? (01:03:42) SSRIs, Serotonin & Depression; Childhood, Chemical Imbalance or Circuit? (01:13:58) Memories & “Rule” Creation; Psilocybin & “Rule” Resolution (01:21:00) MDMA & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Treatment, Psilocybin & Depression Treatment (01:24:12) Is MDMA Neurotoxic?, Drug Purity, Dopamine Surges, Post-MDMA Prolactin (01:30:38) Psilocybin, Brain Connectivity & Depression Treatment (01:34:53) Exposure Response Prevention: “Letting Go” & Depression Treatment (01:41:23) Normal Spectrums for Mental Health Disorders (01:45:35) Ibogaine & “Life Review”; PTSD, Depression & Clinical Trials (01:57:16) Clinical Use of Psychedelics (02:01:59) Ayahuasca, Brazilian Prisoner Study (02:06:55) Cannabis: THC, CBD & Psychosis, Clinical Uses (02:14:52) Personal Relative Drug Risk & Alcohol (02:20:42) Circadian Reset for Depression, Sleep Deprivation, Light (02:28:43) Stanford Neuromodulation Therapy (SNT) Study (02:34:25) Space Learning Theory & TMS Stimulation (02:45:35) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube Feedback, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Sponsors, Huberman Lab Premium, Neural Network Newsletter, Social Media Title Card Photo Credit: Mike Blabac Disclaimer
"The recent publication... reviewed decades of research, the chemical imbalance myth was shown to have no support in scientific evidence. The theory of a chemical imbalance is a myth, and has always been a myth." Psychotherapist Harriet Fraad and Substance Abuse Councillor Ikoi Hiroe discuss the recent Mad in America article 'Loss, Grief, and Betrayal: Psychiatric Survivors Reflect on the Impact of New Serotonin Study', and the history and harm caused by the chemical imbalance theory. -- References: Loss, Grief, and Betrayal: Psychiatric Survivors Reflect on the Impact of New Serotonin Study: https://www.madinamerica.com/2022/08/psychiatric-survivors-reflect-serotonin-study/ Cracked: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58651040-cracked Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55723020-dopamine-nation?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=JbGKV90rtM&rank=1 -- Email us with feedback, questions, suggestions at itsnotjustinyourhead@gmail.com. -- Harriet's other shows: WBAI Interpersonal Update (Wednesdays): https://wbai.org/program.php?program=431 Capitalism Hits Home: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPJpiw1WYdTNYvke-gNRdml1Z2lwz0iEH --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsnotjustinyourhead/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnotjustinyourhead/support
Recently a study made the rounds that sought to cast doubt on the efficacy of antidepressants. At the core of this misleading study was a real truth – that depression isn't merely a question of "not enough serotonin." But what exactly does that mean? Is this a new discovery? And why doesn't that mean that medication focused on serotonin doesn't work? Explaining this brilliantly and with singular charm is Dr. Dean Burnett!
In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Michael Cummings to discuss a new study that explores the idea that depression may not be merely a chemical imbalance. This episode covers the origin of belief in the connection of depression with a chemical imbalance, the new study that has created questions surrounding the efficacy of antidepressants, and a holistic view on the treatment of depression. Link to Blog.
It's our 200th episode—time to reflect on where we've been and where we're headed! My first thought is how grateful I am for the opportunity to share with you and our community. Your comments, emails, and dms mean everything to me. They let me know you resonate with Love & Life's mission: “Conversations grounded in psych research to help us thrive in love and life.” On Love & Life, we're all about the research–which is why we're so dismayed by the degeneration of science we've recently witnessed. In this episode, we discuss 3 cases of faulty science which have just come to light, starting with an umbrella study by Joanna Moncrieff and colleagues which finds no connection between depression and serotonin levels. Although many psychiatrists have doubted the “chemical imbalance” explanation of depression for years, pharmaceutical companies continue to promulgate this unsubstantiated theory because it has, obviously, greatly boosted sales of antidepressants. We examine two other instances of manipulated science including a shocking revelation that the last 16 years of Alzheimer's research has been based on falsified brain images. And, the third example surrounds the bizarre and utterly unscientific response to the COVID pandemic over the last 2 ½ years. We look to science to help us explore and uncover truth. When findings are misrepresented, it shakes our confidence, but it also reminds us we need to be discerning and savvy when consuming information—even information coming from sources we once believed we could trust. What does all this mean for Love & Life? Ultimately, it reinforces our commitment to pushing back against Big Pharma and its efforts to medicalize our every emotion! I'm so grateful for your support over these last 200 episodes. Thank you SO MUCH for being a part of the Love & Life family! https://www.bmj.com/content/378/bmj-2021-067606 https://www.commonsense.news/p/tgif-debunked-edition Moncrieff, J., Cooper, R., Stocmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M., & Horowitz, M. (2022). The serotonin theory of depression: A systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular Psychiatry. Whitaker, R. (2015). Anatomy of an Epidemic. Dr. Karin Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin Single is the New Black: Audiobook Audible: smarturl.it/SITNB-Audible iTunes: smarturl.it/SITNB-iTunes --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/love-and-life-media/support
According to new research, the link between depression and “chemical imbalances” in the brain could be less settled than previously thought. A leading theory as psychiatrists Mark Horowitz and Joanna Moncrieff write, “Our study shows that this view is not supported by scientific evidence.” Related studies show, for example, that when people believe their depression is the result of mere brain chemistry, their self-confidence and ability to change plummet. Ironically, they also tend to feel more stigma, not less. Christians, of course, have nothing to fear from the insights of science. Findings like these matter. It confirms what a Christian worldview confirms: People are not merely their brains, nor are they at mercy of chemical forces. Thinking that everything about us is located in the brain is the inevitable conclusion of materialism, and an idea that has real consequences. Our brains are a big part of what we are, but they aren't all of who we are. A worldview limited only to material components is too small for reality. That's a conclusion that the science is beginning to support.
About This Episode: Dr. Watson became Clinical Director and owner of Associated Psychological Health Services Inc. in 2005, a local outpatient clinic operating for nearly 30 years. He added the R.E.A.Ch. -V.I.P. program (Recovery of Emotionally Abused Children with Volunteers in Psychotherapy), modeled by the late Dr. Kevin McCready (R.E.A.Ch.) and Richard Schulman, Ph.D. (V.I.P), whereby those without any financial support could obtain free clinical services for volunteering their time in the nonprofit local community. Dr. Watson is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, holds a Master's Degree from the California School of Professional Psychology-Fresno and a Doctorate in Clinical Depth/Dynamic Psychology (2002) from CSPP-Alliant University. Dr. Watson also is a former Chief Supervising Psychologist-Executive for the State of WI-Dept. of Corrections-KMCI (2011-2013), and was responsible for oversight of all mental health services for a medium secure institution of approximately 1,200 inmates. Dr. Watson has provided testimony to the Food and Drug Administration regarding lack of effectiveness and safety of ECT, and upon SSRI induced suicide. He was an invited guest speaker and lecturer to the Congress of Mexico (speaking upon the link between psychiatric medications and violence in children and teens). Dr. Watson specializes in integrating evidence based practices, and uses an integrated psycho-social-biological integrated model when lecturing, testifying and treating patients. Find out more about Dr. Watson at: Dr. Watson's Website: https://www.drtobywatson.com/ Check out our YouTube Channel: Jeremyryanslatebiz See the Show Notes: www.jeremyryanslate.com/1011 Unremarkable to Extraordinary: Ignite Your Passion to Go From Passive Observer to Creator of Your Own Life: https://getextraordinarybook.com/ Sponsors: Gusto: This episode is sponsored by Gusto. Run your payroll the easy way, the same way we do at Command Your Brand. You'll get a. $100 Amazon Gift Card just for running your first payroll! http://www.jeremyryanslate.com/gusto MyPillow: Use the promo code: CYOL to get up to 60% off https://www.mypillow.com/ Audible: Get a free 30 day free trial and 1 free audiobook from thousands of available books. Right now I'm reading " Bad News How Woke Media Is Undermining Democracy" by Batya Ungar-Sargon www.jeremyryanslate.com/book
About This Episode: Dr. Watson became Clinical Director and owner of Associated Psychological Health Services Inc. in 2005, a local outpatient clinic operating for nearly 30 years. He added the R.E.A.Ch. -V.I.P. program (Recovery of Emotionally Abused Children with Volunteers in Psychotherapy), modeled by the late Dr. Kevin McCready (R.E.A.Ch.) and Richard Schulman, Ph.D. (V.I.P), whereby those without any financial support could obtain free clinical services for volunteering their time in the nonprofit local community. Dr. Watson is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, holds a Master's Degree from the California School of Professional Psychology-Fresno and a Doctorate in Clinical Depth/Dynamic Psychology (2002) from CSPP-Alliant University. Dr. Watson also is a former Chief Supervising Psychologist-Executive for the State of WI-Dept. of Corrections-KMCI (2011-2013), and was responsible for oversight of all mental health services for a medium secure institution of approximately 1,200 inmates. Dr. Watson has provided testimony to the Food and Drug Administration regarding lack of effectiveness and safety of ECT, and upon SSRI induced suicide. He was an invited guest speaker and lecturer to the Congress of Mexico (speaking upon the link between psychiatric medications and violence in children and teens). Dr. Watson specializes in integrating evidence based practices, and uses an integrated psycho-social-biological integrated model when lecturing, testifying and treating patients. Find out more about Dr. Watson at: Dr. Watson's Website: https://www.drtobywatson.com/ Check out our YouTube Channel: Jeremyryanslatebiz See the Show Notes: www.jeremyryanslate.com/1011 Unremarkable to Extraordinary: Ignite Your Passion to Go From Passive Observer to Creator of Your Own Life: https://getextraordinarybook.com/ Sponsors: Gusto: This episode is sponsored by Gusto. Run your payroll the easy way, the same way we do at Command Your Brand. You'll get a. $100 Amazon Gift Card just for running your first payroll! http://www.jeremyryanslate.com/gusto MyPillow: Use the promo code: CYOL to get up to 60% off https://www.mypillow.com/ Audible: Get a free 30 day free trial and 1 free audiobook from thousands of available books. Right now I'm reading " Bad News How Woke Media Is Undermining Democracy" by Batya Ungar-Sargon www.jeremyryanslate.com/book
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Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to psychiatrist, researcher, professor and best-selling author Dr. Joanna Moncreiff about critical psychiatry, the difference between a drug-centered and disease-centered approach in the field of mental health, the history of psychiatry, withdrawal from psychotropic drugs, the dangers of medicalizing misery, the myth of the chemical imbalance, the potential downsides of using psychedelics to treat mental health, and so much more! Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/debunking-the-myth-of-the-chemical-imbalance-with-dr-joanna-moncrieff OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -BiOptimizer's Magnesium Breakthrough: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order. -Gladskin: Right now, Gladskin is offering my listeners 15% off plus free shipping on your first order at gladskin.com/DRLEAF -Catalina Crunch: See why Catalina Crunch Cereal is the fastest growing cereal brand in America. Just go to catalinacrunch.com/DRLEAF for 15% off your first order—plus FREE shipping. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 3:11 What critical psychiatry means & why Joanna calls herself a critical psychiatrist 6:30 The difference between a drug-centered & disease-centered approach to psychiatry 14:05 Research bias & common misconceptions in mental healthcare 16:00 Mental disorders are not associated with specific or identified brain abnormalities or processes 16:40 The failures of psychiatric drug trials 18:00 The power of the placebo effect & people's expectations 19:45 The issues surrounding psychiatric drug withdrawal research 29:00 Withdrawing from psychiatric drugs 35:00 Joanna's NIH clinic for withdrawal 38:20 Methods to withdrawal from psychiatric drugs 52:30 WHO studies on schizophrenia outcomes in different countries around the world 55:30 Why we need to re-evaluate at how we understand mental health 58:40 Psychedelics & mental health ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com -Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app -Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747 -Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/- -Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf -Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf *DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.
Jen talks to author, Sarah Fay, about her new book "Pathological: The True Story of Six Misdiagnoses" and why the DSM (The Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) isn't always accurate. Sarah Fay is an author and activist. Her writing has appeared in many publications, just to name a few, the New York Times, The Atlantic, and the Paris Review where she served as an advisory editor. For more information on her book "Pathological..." and her work go to: https://sarahfay.org For more information on Jen Kirkman, the host of Anxiety Bites, please go here: https://jenkirkman.bio.link and to get the takeaways for this episode please visit: http://www.jenkirkman.com/anxietybitespodcast Anxiety Bites is distributed by the iHeartPodcast Network and co-produced by Dylan Fagan and JJ Posway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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