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Soteria—A Human Response to a Human Problem

Mad in America

The principles that guide us at Soteria House are consistent with the understanding that the social rupture is central to mental crises and therefore healing and coping with these situations require a community support system and a pleasant and inclusive environment as much as possible.

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“Functional Disorders”: One of Medicine’s Biggest Failures | Marion Brown

Mad in America

When no physical cause is found the patients may be referred to psychiatrists, with at least the implication that the patients have a psychological problem.’ ’ He goes on to explain that O’Sullivan herself worries about this: ‘Like many Western doctors, I medicalise feelings and behaviour.

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Irrational Polypharmacy: How Integrated Mental Health Treatment Can Help

Mad in America

These are the types of patients that are often referred to our practice. I refer to the above-mentioned treatment methods as irrational polypharmacy. A few of our patients have developed delusional thought disorder that persisted for months even after the medication was discontinued.

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Beyond the Diagnosis: Understanding and Supporting Mothers With Substance Use Disorders

National Council for Mental Wellbeing (NCMW - the

Her career has spanned recovery support services, community organizing and program development. In 2021, she served as a political appointee to the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, elevating her community support efforts to a national platform.

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Why 30-Day Rehab for Drugs and Alcohol is Not Enough for Long-Lasting Recovery

Clear Behavioral Health

Related: The Importance of Community in Recovery Contact our experts today to learn more about drug and alcohol rehab in the Los Angeles, CA area. References: Treatment, C. These levels of care and points of post-rehab engagement help give you the best possible chances of success after the initial phase of treatment is complete.

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Flight Anxiety Is Real – Here’s How You Can Fly Fearlessly 

Clear Behavioral Health

This modality will offer support from peers who are experiencing similar emotions. Having a community support system is always beneficial when you are trying to work on your mental health. References: Aerophobia (Fear of flying). This creates an environment to freely share, empathize, and practice active listening.

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From a Paranoid Schizophrenia Diagnosis to a Peer Researcher in Nigeria

Mad in America

The pastor prayed for me and referred us to a hospital by giving us the contact of a psychiatric nurse. Community support workers and peer support workers had a supervisor who carried out activities in delivering the intervention. I also lost interest in teaching, confidence and ability to speak in public.