Monthly Archives: December 2011

Putting A Face on Suicide: “New Year’s Day Remembrance For Those Who Didn’t Wake”

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

“Every day worldwide we lose 2,160 or so people to suicide. Mental health organizations conservatively estimate 6 friends or family members will be   profoundly affected by the loss, and become a survivor, of suicide. That’s 12,960 new survivors each day … Continue reading →

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A Music Therapy Documentary: Thank You For The Music

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

A Short Documentary on the soon to be canceled Music Therapy Program at Michigan State University with a focus on a 35 year old patient who will soon have no access to therapy. The program was the first Music Therapy … Continue reading →

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Music Therapy & Emotions for Depression, Stress & Mental Health Issues

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

Hope E. Young, The founder for the Center For Music Therapy in Austin discusses the use of music therapy as tool to handle emotional health issues. She explains the use of music therapy and gives examples of how it could … Continue reading →

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Dr. Thomas Szasz at the ISEPP 2011 Conference in L.A.

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

The ISEPP 2012 conference is scheduled for November 2-4, 2012 at the Airport Marriot Hotel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

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One year after the Tucson Shooting: Gabby Giffords Healing Aphasia with Music Therapy – Could Jared Loughner’s schizophrenic symptoms improve with the same therapy?

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

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A New Year’s Message from ISEPP Executive Director Dr. Al Galves

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

Thanks to all of you who have contributed to the work of the International Society for Ethical Psychology and Psychiatry (ISEPP) during the past year.  That includes all of our members, the members of the Board of Directors, the listserve … Continue reading →

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“Creating Connections through Dialogue” conference

Posted on December 24, 2011 by

Diverse speakers and thinkers share about the harmful effects of psychiatric labels and indiscriminate medication; the importance of person-centered, holistic approaches to mental health and well-being; and a vision of a more compassionate, connected society. The conference was held in … Continue reading →

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Child with symptoms of autism subjected to cruel treatment for misbehavior in school

Posted on December 24, 2011 by

By Maria Mangicaro LOUISVILLE, Ky.:  More than 10,000 people in 3 days have signed the  Change.org petition “End abuse of Autistic students in Mercer County, Kentucky”.   The petition was started by Lydia  Brown, an 18-year-old university student who also has … Continue reading →

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A Message from ISEPP’s Executive Director about Volunteer Opportunities

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

This is a great season for volunteering.  We’ve got some good opportunities at the International Society for Ethical Psychology and Psychiatry.  Here are some of them: The Watchdog Team This is a group of people who are on the lookout … Continue reading →

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Glee’s “Extrodinary Merry Christmas” Message – combating holiday sadness and stress with volunteer work and charitable donations.

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

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Numb Documentary: The Depressing Truth about Antidepressants

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

“What would happen if you stopped taking antidepressants? A successful suburban dad puts his life on the line as he attempts to break free from the physical and psychological addiction to  antidepressants.”  www.numbdocumentary.com The documentary begins as filmmaker and suburban … Continue reading →

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PsychRights’ Medicaid Fraud Initiative Against Psychiatric Drugging of Children & Youth

Posted on December 19, 2011 by

James B. (Jim) Gottstein, Esq.  on PsychRights’ Medicaid Fraud lawsuit against psychiatrists and others for harmful prescribing of psychotropic drugs to children and youth.      

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Abuse freedom live radio blog talk show with PsychRights Attorney James Gottstein regarding GAO Investigation

Posted on December 19, 2011 by

Shared by Bonnie Nelson Two years ago, due to his concern about the level of psychiatric drugging of foster children, United States Senator Thomas Carper of Delaware, chair of the Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and … Continue reading →

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23 and 1/2 hours: What is the single best thing we can do for our health?

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

A Doctor-Professor answers the old question “What is the single best thing we can do for our health” in a completely new way. Dr. Mike Evans is founder of the Health Design Lab at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, … Continue reading →

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“AMERICA’S VETERANS HAVE EARNED MORE THAN OUR GRATITUDE!”

Posted on December 15, 2011 by

By Becky Murphy It was recently announced that returning Veterans will no longer need to document the specific event which traumatized them, and caused them to experience symptoms of PTSD.  This is definitely a start in the right direction to … Continue reading →

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