Mad in America

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

A fter years of work involving hundreds of people in dozens of countries, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) have released their joint production, Mental Health, Human Rights and Legislation: Guidance and Practice ( WHO/OHCHR , 2023, referred to as the Guidance.

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Mad in America

OCTOBER 22, 2024

A new study published in BMJ Mental Health finds that antidepressants are associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD). The authors employed Mendelian randomization, a method that uses genetic information to examine causal relationships, to establish that the observed association likely means antidepressants are causing CVD.

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NAMI

DECEMBER 13, 2024

.” The thought of waiting for results terrified meI was in a bad place mentally and didnt have time to wait and deal with medication trial and error. PGx tests analyze your DNA for genetic variants that may impact how your body metabolizes or responds to certain medications. My platform is mental health.

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Zencare

JUNE 9, 2025

I know I’ve diagnosed myself with a rare genetic disease a time or two only to discover it’s just a gas. TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube are like a symptom checker for mental health conditions. Or they present to a mental health professional and insist on a particular diagnosis.

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Lightwork

MARCH 19, 2025

Your skin health and mental well-being are closely connected. At LightWork Therapy and Recovery , we understand the complex connection between physical treatments and emotional health. In this article, we will delve into the intricate link between Accutane and mental health.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

We see the same lies, denial and misleading information about psychiatry everywhere, 7 as illustrated so convincingly in Whitaker’s review of Insel’s book. In 2012, the US Centers for Disease Control reported that 25% of Americans have a mental illness. 7 These people are highly effective drug pushers. 695 This is sickening.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

JUNE 2, 2025

Mental health is more than just brain chemistry, its deeply intertwined with your biology, lifestyle, and environment. Unlike conventional models that often focus on symptom management, functional psychiatry aims to uncover and address the root causes of mental health challenges.

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Lightwork

APRIL 17, 2025

Navigating medication safety during pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially for women managing mental health conditions. For women with mental health conditions, the decision to use ondansetron requires careful consideration.

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Mad in America

MARCH 20, 2024

Mad in America has previously examined the problems with conflicts of interest in research but this time we extend that to look at the potential effect of COIs on diagnostic tools such as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). That information wasn’t available. I have two lines of research.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

My sister took antidepressants and my family has a lot of mental health issues, so based on that, I was thrown into the same category. I decided to agree with the medical model, that it was a genetic disease that could be treated with a medication, like diabetes. Being a brain doctor, he focused on the headaches. I was angry.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

MARCH 8, 2025

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, affecting millions of people worldwide. Functional medicine, however, takes a holistic approach to treating anxiety by identifying and targeting the underlying imbalances that contribute to mental health concerns.

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Anxiety Sisters

APRIL 1, 2019

The idea behind pharmacogenomics is that medication prescriptions can be personalized, based on the patients genetic profile. Carmala Walgren, Anxiety Sister and mental health advocate extraordinaire, has suffered from depression for almost 50 years. For more information on GeneSight, click here.

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ADDitude

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

What if we could more accurately predict someones response to a medication and use that information to prescribe a personalized ADHD treatment plan, instead of going through unnecessary trial and error? Yet, genetic influences are less fixed than one might think. Epigenetic alterations have been linked to numerous poor health outcomes.

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Psychiatric Times

JUNE 23, 2025

Before reaching specialized behavioral health services, families typically consult pediatricians who must possess comprehensive knowledge of ADHD presentation, diagnostic criteria, and evidence-based treatment approaches. Subscribe Now!

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Mad in America

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

You’re also an author, and you’ve written on topics such as aging, genetics, mental representation, biological functions, mechanisms in science, and the concept of information in neuroscience. So why do we call schizophrenia a mental disorder, but not believing in conspiracy theories?

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Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

These signs could point to something more than just occasional stress; they could be part of a more profound mental health condition. I’m Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee, and I’ve spent years in the field of mental health, helping individuals and families navigate the often challenging terrain of psychiatric conditions.

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Mad in America

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

In summary, researchers have found no serotonin nor any other neurotransmitter association with depression, no neurobiological associations, and no genetic associations. government’s Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) , reported that among American adults, serious suicidal thoughts occurred in 6.6%

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Now Psych

MAY 14, 2024

Psychosis is a mental health condition that affects an individual’s perception of reality. Understanding Psychosis Psychosis is a mental health condition that affects a person’s ability to think, feel, and behave. It is characterized by symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking.

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Lightwork

JUNE 5, 2025

Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety in Women High-functioning anxiety presents a unique paradox in women’s mental health. Recognizing these symptoms early allows you to take proactive steps toward managing your mental health.

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Mad in America

APRIL 19, 2025

In a recent article, Turkheimer and Greer critiqued the overblown conclusions drawn from a large, long-running, high-profile genetic study, Spit For Science (S4S). They add, Most of the papers ignore the tiny effects, reaching optimistic conclusions about the prospects for future genetic explanations of alcohol use.

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Child Mind Intitute

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Citizen scientists will use Healthy Brain Network data on physical activity and internet use; competition sponsored by Dell Technologies and NVIDIA New York, NY The youth mental health crisis has many causes, but one rising concern is technology. The internet is a vital tool for education, entertainment, and connection.

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Lightwork

MAY 1, 2025

If you’re seeking help or more information, feel free to contact us. Research shows women develop substance dependencies faster than men and experience more severe health consequences from prolonged substance use.

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Clear Behavioral Health

APRIL 4, 2025

Below explains the components of substance abuse treatment and related resources about addiction treatment rehab for more information. Risk factors include genetics, environment, and psychological conditions. Understanding the Science of Addiction Is Addiction a Mental Illness? What is the Definition of Substance Addiction?

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Lightwork

MARCH 27, 2025

Introduction Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects millions of people worldwide, yet remains one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. Whether you’re seeking information for yourself or trying to understand a loved one’s experience, understanding OCD is the first step toward proper support and recovery.

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Now Psych

MAY 20, 2024

This is an informational summary and not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. While the exact cause is still not clear, most experts point to a combination of genetics, brain chemistry and structure, and environment. How Common is Schizoaffective Disorder? What Causes Schizoaffective Disorder?

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Lightwork

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This stark difference isn’t just a statistical anomalyit reflects complex biological, social, and cultural factors that shape women’s mental health experiences. For more information about our services or to learn more about us, please visit our about page. Many women find relief through a combination of treatments.

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Now Psych

MAY 13, 2024

Understanding selective mutism is essential for parents, educators, and mental health professionals who work with children. Causes The exact cause of SM is not fully understood, but it is believed to be a combination of genetic, environmental, and developmental factors.

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Association for Psychological Science (APS)

MAY 15, 2025

Fischer Baum and Elliott discuss how a new model of brain function, the GANE model, helps explain why heightened physiological arousal makes it harder for some people to regulate their emotions, what norepinephrine does to hotspot brain regions, and what this means for mental health treatments. That is great news.

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My Psychiatry

MAY 13, 2025

Signs and Symptoms of Insomnia Insomnia can impact your physical health, emotional well-being, and daily functioning. Without enough rest, you might find it harder to concentrate, stay organized, or remember information. It can be short-term (lasting a few nights or weeks) or long-term (lasting a month or more). Need support?

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Mad in America

JANUARY 1, 2024

At one time I thought that the FDA efficacy standard for psychiatric drug treatment of mental health problems has a lower standard than for general medicine, but later in my review of health research I found that in many cases this was not true (as I will discuss in Chapter 6).

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Child Mind Intitute

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Gather information Advocating effectively for your child depends on gathering up-to-date information about their diagnosis and available supports. While genetics play a role, kids whose parents dont have these challenges can also struggle. Try and remove blame as much as possible, advises Dr. Dewey.

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Mad in America

MAY 17, 2025

However, mental disorders are not concrete things that can be found with a brain scanner or treated with medication like a bacterial infection with antibiotics. Much has already been written about these points, for example in my book on mental health and substance use (open access). In this sense, everything is somehow genetic.

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Department of Psychiatry News

JUNE 12, 2025

Click Find out more for information on how to change your cookie settings. Daria Bukhman is an educator, health coach and wellbeing expert. Our support aims to advance global mental health by promoting evidence-based mindfulness approaches that empower individuals to prioritise wellbeing and live healthier, more resilient lives."

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Mad in America

MAY 3, 2025

Establishment psychiatry does acknowledge that emotional suffering and behavioral disturbanceswhat it calls mental illnesseshave biological-psychological-social roots. medical schools. Worldwide, there are parallels to U.S. Iatrogenesis , which is defined as illness or injury caused by medical treatment.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

I had no history whatsoever of mental health issues or mental illness. And now, all of a sudden, I was “very mentally ill” and committed to a psych hospital against my will. Unfortunately, the remaining 25 percent are genetically unable to make antibodies to these toxins. And none of it was true—not even close.

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Psychiatric Times

JUNE 18, 2025

Studies in Australia and the United States followed individuals with subthreshold psychotic symptoms and functional decline, along with a genetic risk for schizophrenia, over time. The DSM-5 task force concluded that there was not enough evidence to justify incorporating APS as an official mental disorder diagnosis in Section II.

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Mad in America

APRIL 30, 2025

Dr. Moncrieff is a psychiatrist who works in the National Health Service in the United Kingdom. Moncrieff: When I was in medical school we were taught, as we’re still officially taught now, the biopsychosocial model of mental disorders. Whitaker: So now you go out and you’re in the asylum or mental hospital.

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