Surf these sites: Blaming the Brain: The Real Truth About Drugs and Mental Health -- The Journal of the American Medical Association reviews the above book, which questions whether there is conclusive proof that mental illness is caused by a chemical imbalance. "We do not really know if a biochemical imbalance is the cause of any mental disorder." Buying Off the ''Drug Traffic Cop'' -- The agency meant to protect American health has become wedded to special interests - and the bottom line is neither health nor safety. Doping our kids {worldnetdaily.com} -- Mind altering drugs may be the cause of violence among school children, according to some doctors and other experts. DrWhitaker.com -- An alternative medicine site which delves into the effects of prescription medication. The site also has descriptions of 100 commonly prescribed drugs, including psychiatric drugs, and details common side effects and known dangers. EffexorFX -- Venlafaxine (Effexor, Efexor) - The definitive resource for information and medical research on the side effects and withdrawal symptoms associated with this drug. Fight Depression without Drugs? {Ask Dr. Weil} -- Regular aerobic exercise, which can definitely provide a long-term solution. Mental Health Investigator -- Schools, once the hallmarks of learning have been turned into drug dispensing facilities, and some teachers have been elevated to mental health clinicians. Psychiatrist dissolves 35 year association with APA -- Major reason for this action is my belief that I am actually resigning from the American Psychopharmacological Association. Luckily, the organization''s true identity requires no change in the acronym. Selling Shyness {New Republic} -- How doctors and drug companies created the "social phobia" epidemic. The Danger of Suppressing Sadness {Time.com} -- With the stroke of countless pens on thousands of prescription pads, the American coming-of-age experience--the stuff of endless novels, movies and pop songs--could gradually be rendered unrecognizable. The International Coalition for Drug Awarement Survivor''s Links -- The ICFDA appreciates the courage of those who wish to share their stories. We are acutely aware that the issues discussed here are extremely personal in nature.
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