Mad in America

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Even for severe depression, multiple studies have found that adding antidepressants to cognitive behavioral therapy does not result in better outcomes —psychotherapy alone is just as good in the short term. And therapy alone beats the drugs when it comes to long-term outcomes. But they also need to stay in their place.”

Poverty and mental health 145

Poverty and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Depression treatment Hospitality 145

Mad in America

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Ed Pigott and his co-researchers published an analysis in 2010 that showed of the 4,041 patients who entered the study, only 108 remitted, stayed well, and remained in the study to its one-year end. In evaluating any drug treatment, scientists also examine whether its benefits outweigh its adverse effects.

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Poverty and mental health Childhood trauma Neurotransmitters and mental health Trauma and the brain 145

Mad in America

MARCH 2, 2024

In 2009-2010, I had a very tough time. In 2009-2010, things did not go well for me due to a combination of extreme insomnia, a seriously diminished self-image, setbacks in all kinds of areas and the partial loss of my social safety net. Anniek Lemmens : By nature, I am adventurous. But afterwards, I picked up my life.

Sleep and mental health 142

Sleep and mental health Self-awareness Neurotransmitters and mental health Resilience and coping 142

ADDitude

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), though more commonly prescribed to adult patients, has been shown to improve core ADHD symptoms in adolescents when used in conjunction with ADHD medication. 2010 Jan;51(1):58-65. 2010 Dec;118(12):1654-67. Epub 2010 Sep 9. Epub 2010 Jul 14. 2010 Sep;24(9):755-68.

Eating disorders 131

Eating disorders Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nutrition and mood Insurance 131

Mad in America

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In 2010, I was one of the authors of a published critique of the STAR*D study’s reported findings. Cognitive behavior therapy is described as effective, but only for mild depression—if you really need help, you are advised to choose drug treatment.

Aging and mental health 145

Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Manufacturing Anxiety disorders 145