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Published on August 9, 2023 - 20:56 GMT

No Clear Benefit, But Serious Side Effects Common for Older People Taking Antidepressants, Study Finds

Adverse effects from taking antidepressants are more common and serious for the elderly because they have more fragile health and take more medications. WASHINGTON, DC, US, August 9, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new review of recent medical literature …

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Published on August 3, 2023 - 06:31 GMT

Electroshock's Serious Risks, Ineffectiveness Not Adequately Disclosed to Patients, Audit of Information Pamphlets Finds

Patients are not given enough information about the drawbacks of electroshock to give true informed consent for the procedure, researcher says. WASHINGTON, DC, US, August 3, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While a million people – mostly women and the …

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Published on July 26, 2023 - 06:21 GMT

Half of Depressed, Anxious Teens Recover Without Mental Health Treatment, Study Finds

Research indicates the resilience of adolescents is effective, can avoid the ineffectiveness, harms and costs of pharmacological and psychological treatments. WASHINGTON, DC, US, July 26, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A systematic review and meta-analysis …

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Published on July 20, 2023 - 00:47 GMT

New Study Finds Troubling Mental and Physical Side Effects Are Main Reason Patients Stop Taking Antidepressants

Researchers indicate online drug reviews can provide important data about antidepressant harms not otherwise reported to drug regulatory agencies. WASHINGTON, DC, US, July 19, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study investigating why patients stop taking …

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Published on July 13, 2023 - 06:29 GMT

Study Adds to Research Showing Involuntary Psychiatric Hospitalization Does More Harm Than Good

The proven harm of forced behavioral health treatment raises question of whether the treating psychiatrists violate Hippocratic oath of “first do no harm.” WASHINGTON, DC, US, July 13, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study has found that involuntary …

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Published on July 4, 2023 - 18:30 GMT

Devastating Movement Disorders Caused by Antipsychotic Drugs Not Listed for Discussion at Psychiatrists’ Annual Meeting

Many of the 11 million Americans taking antipsychotics were never told of the risk of developing uncontrollable movements that can be permanent. WASHINGTON, DC, US, July 4, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- None of the hundreds of meetings and sessions …

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Published on June 28, 2023 - 19:27 GMT

Extreme Heat Alert: Many Common Psychiatric Drugs Can Increase Patients’ Risk of Heat-Related Illness

Current heat wave in U.S. South adds to risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke in those taking certain psychiatric drugs, especially antipsychotic drugs. WASHINGTON, DC, US, June 28, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extreme heat, like the heat wave …

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Published on June 22, 2023 - 14:45 GMT

PTSD Awareness Month: Traumatic Stress Should Not Be Treated as a Psychiatric Disorder, Long-time Army Psychologist Says

High rate of veteran suicides has been linked to the high rate of veterans taking psychotropic drugs, especially antidepressants. WASHINGTON, DC, US, June 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) refers to the stress felt …

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Published on June 15, 2023 - 06:47 GMT

Psychiatrists at Annual Conference Warned That Antidepressants They Prescribe Can Deaden Patients’ Emotions

New study confirms patients’ common complaints of antidepressants deadening their emotions and harming their sex life. WASHINGTON, DC, US, June 15, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study presented at the annual conference of the American Psychiatric …

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Published on June 8, 2023 - 07:27 GMT

PTSD Awareness Month: Psychiatric Drugs Prescribed for PTSD Linked to Stubbornly High Rates of Veteran Suicides

Research studies have found that the antidepressants commonly prescribed for PTSD and depression double the rate of suicidal thoughts and actions. WASHINGTON, DC, US, June 8, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During PTSD Awareness Month, attention turns to …

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Published on May 31, 2023 - 21:08 GMT

Patients Taking Antidepressants at Greatest Risk of Suicidal Behavioral When First Starting the Drugs, Study Finds

Research sheds new light on the rising rates of suicidal behavior among teens. WASHINGTON, DC, US, May 31, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patients taking antidepressants are at the greatest risk of self-harm, including suicidal thoughts and actions, in the …

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Published on May 25, 2023 - 06:37 GMT

Primary Care Doctors Advised Not to Prescribe Antidepressants to Patients on First Visit for Mild to Moderate Depression

Advisory adds to concerns that there is insufficient benefit to offset the risk of serious side effects when taking or discontinuing antidepressants. WASHINGTON, DC, US, May 25, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Researchers are advising primary care doctors …

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Published on May 18, 2023 - 06:58 GMT

FDA Updates Warning on Stimulants Prescribed for ADHD, Now Lists Risks of Misuse, Addiction, Diversion and Overdose

New warning cites high potential for abuse and misuse of ADHD drugs that can lead to addiction, overdose, and death. WASHINGTON, DC, US, May 18, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requiring new warnings in the …

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Published on May 11, 2023 - 00:35 GMT

Mental Health Month: Human Rights Group Renews Call for End of Coercive Practices in the Mental Health System

Recent research found no benefit to patients’ mental health or any lower risk of suicides from involuntary psychiatric treatment. WASHINGTON, DC, US , May 10, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As National Mental Health Awareness Month draws attention to the …

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Published on May 4, 2023 - 06:32 GMT

Antidepressants Failed to Prevent Many Suicides, Used in Many Overdose Deaths, Study of Inquests Reveals

New study is latest to question current high rates of antidepressant prescribing in light of growing evidence of the drugs’ ineffectiveness and risks of harm. WASHINGTON, DC, US, May 4, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An examination of coroner inquests …

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Published on April 27, 2023 - 06:34 GMT

Patients Taking Multiple ADHD Drugs with Other Psychiatric Drugs Is Public Health Concern, Researchers Say

Another new study found as many as one in four students surveyed at middle schools and high schools reported misusing ADHD drugs in the previous year. WASHINGTON, DC, US, April 27, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study found that nearly half of …

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Published on April 19, 2023 - 22:37 GMT

Breakdown in Relationships with Family, Friends Is Top Factor in Dramatic Decline in Mental Wellbeing, Survey Finds

Results point to a need for a dramatically different approach to mental health challenges than what is available in the current mental health system. WASHINGTON, DC, US, April 19, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new survey has found that a breakdown in …

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Published on April 12, 2023 - 21:43 GMT

Many Prescribers Are Unable to Safely Taper Antidepressants, So Patients Go Online for Withdrawal Help, Survey Finds

Researchers highlight the urgent need for proven strategies to reduce the risk, severity and duration of antidepressant withdrawal symptoms. WASHINGTON, DC, US, April 12, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new survey of antidepressant users who turned to …

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Published on April 6, 2023 - 06:31 GMT

Mental Health Campaigns May Result in Mild Distress Being Reported as Mental Health Problems, New Research Finds

Mental health awareness campaigns may contribute to individuals overreporting mental disorders, inflating the reported US mental health crisis. WASHINGTON, DC, US, April 6, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new research paper provides evidence that rising …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 06:57 GMT

Exercise is as Effective as Antidepressants or Psychotherapy in Reducing Depression, Study Finds

Researchers conclude exercise is effective in treating depression and should be offered as an evidence-based treatment option. WASHINGTON, DC, US, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The largest synthesis of data to date from research studies on the …

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