Institutional Forces Eroding Compassion in Mental Health Services

Jail and mental wards are very similar.

Increasing funding and organizational support while fostering reflexivity and de-emphasizing biomedical models can improve compassion in mental healthcare.
— Read on www.madinamerica.com/2023/08/institutional-forces-eroding-compassion-in-mental-health-services/

Courts’ Reliance on Interpersonal Influence Affects Individuals with Psychosocial Disabilities

Researchers reveal the often-overlooked impact of interpersonal relationships on court decisions, affecting the rights and autonomy of those with psychosocial disabilities.
— Read on www.madinamerica.com/2023/08/relationships-and-rights-how-courts-hidden-reliance-on-interpersonal-influence-affects-individuals-with-psychosocial-disabilities/

Framing Depression as a Functional Signal Rather than a Disease Promotes Hope and Reduces Stigma, Study Finds

A shift in perspective from seeing depression as a disease to recognizing it as a helpful warning sign can promote a healthier understanding and lessen self-stigma, researchers find.
— Read on www.madinamerica.com/2023/07/framing-depression-as-a-functional-signal-rather-than-a-disease-promotes-hope-and-reduces-stigma-study-finds/

Psychosis Patients Prioritize Non-Psychosis Issues in Therapy

In therapy for psychosis, most patients prioritize non-psychosis issues; over 20% didn’t mention psychosis at all.
— Read on www.madinamerica.com/2023/07/psychosis-patients-prioritize-non-psychosis-issues-in-therapy-study-finds/

How broken the mental health system is .

I lost a son to suicide while he was attending Pepperdine university, and I am convinced by the writings that he left me, the medications prescribed are the main cause. His doctor – well….. he shouldn’t be practicing medicine. He is a glorified drug dealer.

Anyway, fast forward to my 22 year old, who has had nothing but negative outcomes from medication and cranial magnetic therapy, and remained suicidal. He was rescued from an attempt just a few weeks ago. We chose to skip inpatient after his last crisis, and instead, sent him to Michigan for a more holistic approach. I am happy to share that he is doing amazing. He gets into the hyperbaric chamber often. He receives peptide injections and he also went through infusions that were five infusions within 10 days. I am collecting information on this type of therapy and plan to take it to the legislators in NY. I will get the official verbiage and share it with you all. The large issue is, of course, insurance companies do not want to cover most of the cost.

I just want those who are in a struggle and nothing seems to help, but instead, makes them worsen, to know that there is hope and help out there. I know that the doctor who over prescribed and was not fit to treat my son, are a big part of the puzzle that took my son away to soon. I want to help fight what has been taking place for far to long. I am thankful for all who are wanting to do the same.

A Mom

So Long, Psych Meds: Escaping the Medication Maze – Mad In America

There was a time when I could think of nothing else but pills and prescriptions, pain and panic. Psychiatry shrank my world. Psychiatry shrank my world. There was a time when I could think of nothing else but pills and prescriptions, pain and panic.
— Read on www.madinamerica.com/2023/07/so-long-psych-meds-escaping-medication-maze/

How to prepare for a new job as a highly sensitive person

I tested close to 100% and it was Super Hyper Sensitive. I believe the numbers here are not high enough , as vaccines , stress, trauma etc create a sensitivity that’s being diagnosed, horrifically , and medicated as a DSM , ” something else”

APA doing much harm.

Learn practical tips and strategies for starting a new job as a highly sensitive person (HSP) and dealing with anxiety in a new environment. Manage stress, build confidence, and thrive in your new role. Discover expert tips here!
— Read on www.welcometothejungle.com/en/articles/tips-for-a-highly-sensitive-person-starting-a-new-job