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Depression Documentary Offers Clear Thoughts on Health and SSRI Controversies
By Staff
posted May 5, 2010, 09:09
A new film on depression, drugs and alternative paths to better mental health will premiere Wednesday, May 12th at UltraStar Cinemas in Del Mar, CA.
(San Diego) A new film on depression, drugs and alternative paths to better
mental health will premiere Wednesday, May 12th at UltraStar Cinemas in Del
Mar, CA. An answer to the pharmaceutical industry's media blitz, Living Life
Films' "Changing Our Minds" questions society's values while revealing
interesting and disturbing truths about psychiatry and the drug industry. It
continues by exploring well-understood, cognitive paths to recovery as scientists,
counselors, spiritual leaders and affected individuals share their compelling
stories of struggle, discovery, and catharsis.
"Changing Our Minds - clear thoughts on depression, drugs and alternative
paths to a healthy mind," includes interviews with icons in mental health
from diverse and prestigious backgrounds such as UCSD, Harvard and Brown University
schools of medicine, former directors of the National Institute of Mental Health
(NIMH), Tibetan spiritual leaders and philosophical science leaders. Experts
Peter Breggin MD, Lawrence Price MD, Loren Mosher MD, Terrance Real MSW, Steven
Hickman PsyD, Lou Marinoff PhD, Lewis L. Judd MD, Mary Ann Block DO, Walter
Rutherford PhD, Walter Brown MD, John Lenberg, and Drupon Samten Rinpoche address
the symptoms, causes and treatment of depression, including trauma and self
esteem issues; medical problems that present symptoms of depression; the history
and current knowledge of drug therapy and current talk therapies, especially
cognitive behavioral therapy, philosophical counseling, meditation and other
helpful practices.
This cutting edge information is tempered with personal stories of the struggle.
From different corners of America and very diverse backgrounds, affected individuals
share stories and experiences that resonate with life's challenges in any community.
"Changing Our Minds" provides a wealth of pertinent information for
anyone on the path to a healthy and fulfilling life.
Resources:
http://www.changingourmindsmovie.com
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