BRAIN IMPAIRMENT & PSYCHIATRIC DRUG WITHDRAWAL: DR. PETER BREGGIN

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1x5hf-VgNMM Dr. Peter Breggin is one of the greats in the critical psychiatry space. Many (especially pharmaceutical companies) consider him dangerous, and he has weathered much controversy and is being proven right. He was instrumental in stopping Frontal Lobotomies, spoke out against ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy), the use of Ritalin and Concerta on children with ADHD, … Continue reading BRAIN IMPAIRMENT & PSYCHIATRIC DRUG WITHDRAWAL: DR. PETER BREGGIN

OxyContin Maker, Purdue, Offers Nationwide Settlement in Attempt to Protect Sakler Family from Civil Law suits – in Manufactured Epidemic – SCOTUS rejects

June 28, 2024 By: Darrian Johnson In a significant 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court has rejected a nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin, that would have shielded members of the Sackler family from civil lawsuits while allocating billions of dollars to combat the opioid epidemic. This ruling, delivered after more than six months of … Continue reading OxyContin Maker, Purdue, Offers Nationwide Settlement in Attempt to Protect Sakler Family from Civil Law suits – in Manufactured Epidemic – SCOTUS rejects

7 Benefits of Having Fun | The Transformative Power of Joy

By Mary Morrissey Mary Morrissey is widely recognized as the world’s foremost expert on “dream-building.” She has invested the past 40 years into studying the art and science of transforming dreams into results. The author of two best-selling books, Mary has addressed the United Nations three times. She also co-convened three week-long meetings with His … Continue reading 7 Benefits of Having Fun | The Transformative Power of Joy

These FOODS & HABITS Boost Brain Health & REDUCE INFLAMMATION |

At every meal, we make choices of what to feed our bodies—and our brains. Too much sugar and refined carbs, not enough good fats, inadequate intake of the right nutrients, and exposure to toxins can have a negative effect on our brains and even contribute to disorders ranging from brain fog to depression to Alzheimer’s. Nutrients are the fertilizer for the brain. When we get the right kinds, our brain can flourish and grow, even generating new cells in older age, long after science previously thought was possible.

Were Your Parents Emotionally Distant?

Emotion is the language we use to relate to one another. We might communicate directly through both verbal and body language cues. But it’s the emotion that underpins how these exchanges are interpreted. We ultimately engage with each other through the use of our emotional vocabulary. We do this by helping each other fulfil our … Continue reading Were Your Parents Emotionally Distant?

TIPS FOR STAYING MENTALLY HEALTHY DURING THE COVID RESTRICTIONS

We are social animals, so the stress, anxiety, and isolation that accompanies this COVID new normal are trying for us all, especially during the holidays, and especially if working from home. Here are a few tips to stay mentally healthy whether you are working at home, spending more time than you would prefer at home; … Continue reading TIPS FOR STAYING MENTALLY HEALTHY DURING THE COVID RESTRICTIONS

GUIDED MEDITATION TO HEAL & EMPOWER

Here is a very powerful guided meditation that will heal your soul.  It is centered around the words "I am"  which also happens to be the name of God as told to Moses.  This meditation will calm you, engage your mind in uplifting thoughts,  increase your self-esteem when you insert positive adjectives for yourself, such … Continue reading GUIDED MEDITATION TO HEAL & EMPOWER

ASHWAGANDHA: Wonder Herb Used in Ancient Ayurvedic Medicine Supports Mental Health

Ashwagandha is a wonder herb that has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine.  It has phenomenal importance in the treatment of Mental Illness, especially for anxiety and  stress relief,  as an anti-depressant, for the treatment of mood disorders, as a neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory and in  prevention of degenerative diseases.   Ashwagandha ( botanically known as Withania … Continue reading ASHWAGANDHA: Wonder Herb Used in Ancient Ayurvedic Medicine Supports Mental Health

Schizophrenia & Shamanism

A Mental Disease by Any Other Name

For Frank Russell, reinterpreting his schizophrenia as shamanism helped his symptoms. By Susie Neilson Illustration by Richie Pope March 1, 2018 Read Full article at  http://nautil.us/issue/58/self/a-mental-disease-by-any-other-name-rp Can schizophrenia and shamanism really be connected?  This article chronicles one father's effort to help his schizophrenic son, and how meeting a shaman from the Dagara tribe of Burkina … Continue reading A Mental Disease by Any Other Name

Lift Depression with These 3 Prescriptions – Without Pills – Dr Heitler

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_re6AX3Mi4s Dr. Heitler discusses a treatment for situational depression (even when we don't know it is situational!) WITHOUT psychopharmacology. Instead, she offers three prescriptions without pills, outlining these prescriptions using an example from her practice.            She shows how investigating what makes us angry or upset can help us to re-empower … Continue reading Lift Depression with These 3 Prescriptions – Without Pills – Dr Heitler