Category Archives: ISEPP Conference Presenter

Robert Whitaker: an investigation to try and solve the puzzle of the mental illness epidemic

Posted on October 14, 2012 by

Uploaded by     stefboton Jan  7, 2012 Robert Whitaker discusses his book ‘Anatomy of an Epidemic: Magic Bullets, Psychiatric Drugs, and the Astonishing Rise of Mental Illness in America’ In this astonishing and startling book, award-winning science and history writer Robert … Continue reading →

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Robert Whitaker on Imagining A Different Future in Mental Health, Philadelphia May 6, 2012

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Published on May  7, 2012 by     jimgotts Robert Whitaker, author of the acclaimed books, Mad in America, and Anatomy of an Epidemic,  speaks about how the data shows, we could have far better outcomes for people diagnosed with mental illness … Continue reading →

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Jared Loughner loses 3 appeals over forced medication in Tucson shooting case

Posted on March 8, 2012 by

ABC 15 report:  Jared Loughner loses 3 appeals over forced medication in Tucson shooting case. By Dr. Al Galves TUCSON, AZ:  The Associated Press reports that Jared Loughner, the man who shot Gabby Giffords, has lost his appeal of the court order … Continue reading →

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Book Review of PSYCHIATRYLAND by ISEPP Member Adina Lambert, MA

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

Psychiatryland by Philip Sinaikin,MD Book review by Adina Lambert, MA Dr. Philip Sinaikin has taken a frightening and often misunderstood subject and written a book that is not only clear, concise, and easily understood, but at times even humorous.   He has given practicing … Continue reading →

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Robert Whitaker at the ISEPP 2011 Conference in L.A. (Part II)

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

Credits Andrew Galves Author Robert Whitaker recently updated his website Mad in America to serve as a resource and a community for those interested in rethinking psychiatric care in the United States and abroad.  The goal is to provide readers … Continue reading →

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Robert Whitaker at the 2011 ISEPP Conference in L.A. (Part 1)

Posted on January 8, 2012 by

Author Robert Whitaker recently updated his website Mad in America to serve as a resource and a community for those interested in rethinking psychiatric care in the United States and abroad.  The goal is to provide readers with news, stories of … Continue reading →

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“More psychiatrists are willing to listen” and some are integrating information from Anatomy of an Epidemic into their practice

Posted on January 5, 2012 by

Robert Whitaker elaborates on themes from his new book ‘Mad In America’ about the overuse of psychotic drugs in western society. Uploaded by           ChFife    on Jan  4, 2012 Psychiatrist Dr. Sandra Steingard is the Medical Director of Mental Health … Continue reading →

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Robert Whitaker’s Speaking 2012 Schedule

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

The Mad in America website has a great new look with some additional bloggers, including PsychRights attorney James Gottstein. A message from Attorney James Gottstein:  “I’ve been invited to blog on MadInAmerica.com and my inaugural blog is A Three Pronged Approach … Continue reading →

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Robert Whitaker’s “Anatomy of an Epidemic” focus of Discussion Group: Psychiatry “Practice Improvement”-CME

Posted on January 3, 2012 by

Posted by: Maria Mangicaro The Foundation for Excellence in Mental Health Care (FEMHC) was established last year in response to nationwide interest in Robert Whitaker’s book, Anatomy of an Epidemic, and the desire to examine existing research, create support for new innovative … 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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PSYCHIATRY UNCENSORED and UNHINGED: Whitaker’s response to The Carlat Psychiatry Blog

Posted on November 1, 2011 by

By Robert Whitaker Answering the Critics The Carlat Psychiatry Blog Daniel Carlat, an associate clinical professor of psychiatry at Tufts University, wrote a two-part review of Anatomy of an Epidemic on January 21 and 24. His review was quite genial … Continue reading →

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Mental Health Advocates Gather for Inspiring Presentations at the ISEPP 2011 Conference

Posted on November 1, 2011 by

Hi Folks: I have been attending the ISEPP conferences since before the turn of the last century. This by far was the best I have ever attended. It was a pleasure to hear Thomas Szasz talk about the state of psychiatry, to … Continue reading →

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PSYCHIATRY UNCENSORED: What the Emperor Says When He Has No Clothes with author Robert Whitaker

Posted on October 31, 2011 by

By Maria Mangicaro Los Angeles, CA.:   Among the highly anticipated presentations during the ISEPP 2011 conference was author Robert Whitaker’s response to answering the critics of the psychiatric Grand Rounds at Massachusetts General Hospital.  “Psychiatry’s Response to Anatomy of an Epidemic: … Continue reading →

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Volunteer Efforts and Social Networks Igniting the Synergy of ISEPP

Posted on October 30, 2011 by

“…like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field; Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so … Continue reading →

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ISEPP welcomes back Florida State University Professor Dr. Tomi Gomory

Posted on October 24, 2011 by

For a second  year in a row Tomi Gomory, Ph.D.  will be presenting at the ISEPP (formerly ICSPP) Conference. His topic: Working with Human Troubles: Three Possible Models of Practice for the Helping Professions – Two Medical and One Educational, taking place Saturday, … Continue reading →

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