The Trauma Expert

08/22/2025

When I stay silent it’s not because I don’t have an opinion.

The founder of the evangelical group Focus on the Family, he spent decades denouncing what he saw as the unraveling of the social order.

07/17/2025

Drop your thoughts on this. Depression often follows an event, a longing for something other than what is.

A landmark review finds no scientific evidence that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance.

A major umbrella review led by researchers at University College London has found no convincing evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels or reduced serotonin activity. Published in Molecular Psychiatry, the study analyzed decades of research across several major fields and concluded that the long-standing “chemical imbalance” theory lacks scientific support. This challenges the core rationale behind the widespread use of antidepressants like SSRIs, which are believed to work by correcting low serotonin. The review suggests that the popularity of this theory may have contributed to the massive increase in antidepressant prescriptions despite the absence of biological proof.

The findings also raise concerns about how this serotonin theory may shape public perception and treatment decisions.

With up to 90% of people believing depression stems from a chemical imbalance, researchers warn that this misconception can discourage recovery optimism and reliance on non-drug treatments.

Moreover, some evidence points to antidepressants possibly lowering serotonin levels over time, highlighting a need for transparency and new approaches to mental health care.

The authors advocate for a shift in focus toward addressing life stressors, trauma, and social factors through therapy and lifestyle interventions rather than pharmacological solutions alone.

Source: Moncrieff, J., Cooper, R. E., Stockmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M. P., & Horowitz, M. A. (2022). The serotonin theory of depression: A systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular Psychiatry

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02/25/2025

Ladies, if we can secure relationships... read this guide.

Is the man in your life immature? Is he responsible and accountable? Take the assessment of 14 traits of immature men

11/24/2024

Enjoyed meeting scholars who have helped shaped my journey.

11/09/2024

When coffee is not enough, call your therapist! Don't have one? Keep buy exensive coffee. Seriously, there are some very affordable copays with the 2025 marketplace plans. Take a look and see if outpatient mental health is covered.

10/21/2024

I love what I do, and because of that... I am in full support of NAMI Treasure Coast Florida and what they offer.

10/06/2024

You deserve it!

09/29/2024

Breathe and let this ring true.

09/12/2024

Something to think about.

08/30/2024

Mindset is key to creating the life you want.
You can change how you think.

08/29/2024

Some of these are the earliest books I wrote. The kids book may be out of print, I am happy to mail out one directly. Just PM me. Donations only!

08/21/2024

Sharing on behalf of parents who raised a child with bipolar and struggle with how they manage and behave... there are some nuggets in this jewish article.

Adam and Eve were at a loss, not only about what to do with Abel’s body, but they had a much deeper question: how to respond to absolute evil? How could they continue to live after witnessing the depravity of which humanity was capable?