Mad in America

JANUARY 6, 2024

They assure us that therapy is nothing to be ashamed of, a comfortable place for growth and wellness. BetterHelp and its competitors suggest they are the answer to a pressing societal mental health crisis. Mounting despair is evident too in the increasing number of deaths from opiate overdoses.

Insurance 143

Insurance Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Self-awareness 143

Lightwork

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Treatment Guidelines: Usage of specialized SAD lamps (10,000 lux) Daily exposure for 20-30 minutes Morning sessions prove most effective Consistent use throughout affected seasons Psychotherapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has proven effective in treating SAD by addressing negative thought patterns and developing coping strategies.

Sleep and mental health 52

Sleep and mental health Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Mindfulness practices 52

Mad in America

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Three other published critiques of the STAR*D study document this malfeasant reporting of the findings —all to no avail because psychiatry is in total control of the narrative. Data, not anecdotal opinions of scientists and doctors, must rule in health science. Science journalist Robert Whitaker made a similar effort with the Times.

Aging and mental health 145

Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Manufacturing Anxiety disorders 145