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Who Can Consent to Research—and What Does That Mean for Forced Treatment?

Mad in America

I am currently re-reading Robert Whitakers amazing book, Mad in America. As Whitaker masterfully reconstructs the disturbing history of the treatment of mentalillness, something very new struck me that I hadn’t seen before. The story that got my attention this time was about the Nurembergtrials. After the second world war, the Allies prosecuted murderous Nazi leaders at the Nuremberg Trials for their war crimes, but what many of us didn’t know is that Nazi doctorswho committed heinou

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Improving Emotional Regulation in Adults: Advice from Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

Improving Emotional Regulation in Adults: Advice from Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Life as an adult comes with its fair share of challengesbalancing responsibilities at work, maintaining relationships, and navigating the daily stressors of modern life. Have you ever felt like your emotions were getting the better of you? Perhaps a sudden burst of anger, overwhelming sadness, or anxiety left you wondering why certain situations affect you so intensely.

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The Role of Mindfulness in Managing Workplace Stress

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

The Role of Mindfulness in Managing Workplace Stress Stress is an inevitable part of our modern workplace. Deadlines loom, responsibilities pile up, and we often feel pulled in every direction. As a mental health professional, I have seen firsthand how unchecked stress can take a toll not just on our minds but on our physical health and relationships.