"Terrifying truth about antidepressant drugs so many are unaware of: KATINKA BLACKFORD NEWMAN went through a horrific psychosis and depression. Now, a top expert reveals one of the 'best-guarded secrets' in psychiatry" (We realize there is a paywall on this and access to this article is subscription-based. We post this for those who may be subscribed, and also in support of the article author, our friend and colleague, Katinka Blackford Newman, founder of Antidepressant Risks - @antideprisks) buff.ly/8swOa8P

Our friends at AD4E: CPD events that challenge the culture of diagnosis and disorder. are hosting An Audience with an Ally with Dr Anders Sørensen. Dr Anders Sørensen - clinical psychologist, researcher, and author of "Crossing Zero: The Art and Science of Coming Off - and Staying Off - Psychiatric Drugs" offers a space in this AD4E zoom room where he answers your questions about his work. This promises to be an important event, please book via the link below: eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-audien…

💜 £2,900 raised for Antidepressant Risks 💚 We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported Stephen’s Voice in raising £2,900 for @antideprisks in support of their fantastic work. A huge thank you to Katinka and the Antidepressant Risks team for hosting the London Stolen Lives Talks and coordinating Stolen Lives Picnics around the world on Prescribed Harm Awareness Day - 29th July 🌍 These gatherings give families and communities a space to come together, remember those whose lives have been lost, share experiences and ensure that their stories are not forgotten. We are also so grateful for the incredible website that is antidepressantrisks.org - this resource provides valuable information, research and resources around antidepressant risks, informed consent and medication-related harm. Stephen’s Voice is proud to support this important work. Together, we remember Together, we raise awareness Together, we create change 💜💚 #PHADay #PrescribedHarm #PrescribedHarmAwareness #StolenLives #StolenLivesPicnic #StephensVoice #AntidepressantRisks

Last month, communities around the world came together for our Stolen Lives Picnics to mark Prescribed Harm Day. From moving testimonies to moments of reflection, remembrance and connection, these gatherings created safe spaces for people affected by prescribed harm to come together, share their stories, honour loved ones, and remind one another that no one has to face this journey alone. Thank you to everyone who organised, spoke, volunteered, attended, and supported these events. Together, we're building a movement that continues to grow across the world. If you're interested in hosting a Stolen Lives Picnic in your community next year, we'd love to hear from you. Simply drop us an email, and we'll be in touch early next year with everything you need to get involved. Donate: buy.stripe.com/dRm28r1Ai0Khc…

Our Stolen Lives Support Group is back on 7 September 2026, from 5:00–6:00 PM (UK time). We're delighted to welcome Helena Burton, who will share her powerful recovery journey after four decades of psychiatric treatment and her successful withdrawal from prescribed psychotropic medications. Helena now advocates for greater awareness of prescribed harm, withdrawal, and informed consent, offering hope to others through her lived experience. Following Helena's talk, there will be a Q&A and open discussion. This is a supportive space for anyone tapering off or withdrawing from psychiatric medication to connect, share experiences, and find hope. 📷 Online via Zoom 📷 Book your ticket here: tickettailor.com/.../antidep…

Prescribed Harm Day was born from loss, but it has grown into a global day of remembrance, awareness, connection and action. A huge thank you to Stephen’s Voice @VoiceStephen for their ongoing support of Antidepressant Risks and for the fundraising they have done for us throughout the years. Their support is absolutely crucial in helping us continue our work and keep Antidepressant Risks running. We are so grateful for everything they do. If you would like to support our work and help us continue providing information, support and advocacy for those affected by prescribed harm, please consider making a donation. Every contribution makes a difference. 💜 Donate to Antidepressant Risks: buy.stripe.com/dRm28r1Ai0Khc…

Last week, we were honoured to host our Stolen Lives Talks in London to mark Prescribed Harm Day. Today's reel shares just a few highlights from an incredibly powerful day of learning, reflection and hope. These short clips offer a glimpse into the important conversations that took place between clinicians, lawyers, psychologists, survivors, bereaved families and campaigners.

Tomorrow, we look forward to connecting with you all as we come together to mark Prescribed Harm Day through our Stolen Lives events. 📷 Livestream Reminder The talks will be livestreamed on our Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. If you miss it live, the recording will also be available to watch afterwards. Please Help Us Keep This Work Going Every Stolen Lives event taking place around the world is only possible because of the generosity of people who believe in our work. If you value what we do and would like to help us continue and grow this work, please consider making a donation. buy.stripe.com/dRm28r1Ai0Khc…

For the first time, France is relaying the global "Stolen Lives" picnic, created by Antidepressant Risks. Bereaved Families will pay tribute to their loved ones who have passed away this Wednesday at Parc de la Tête-d’Or Pour la première fois, la France relaie le pique-nique mondial "Stolen Lives", créé par l’ONG britannique AntidepressantRisks qui œuvre pour sensibiliser aux risques associés aux antidépresseurs. Des familles rendront hommage à leurs proches disparus ce mercredi au parc de la Tête-d’Or 📷 l.leprogres.fr/37i

Discover the Real Meaning of Success Listen now to the Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast! Youtube: piped.video/sYWXr2ya9BA?si=X91c… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/515… Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas… #MentalHealth #Resilience #Transformation

What happens when the success you're living doesn't align with the happiness you're seeking? Join me in my latest podcast episode as I have an inspiring conversation with Kathy Slack, author of Rough Patch who shares her journey from burnout in advertising to finding renewal in the simplicity of a vegetable garden. Listen now to the Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast! Youtube: piped.video/sYWXr2ya9BA?si=X91c… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/515… Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…

Did Medication Cause My Dad to Kill? | Jessica Barrett In her first in-depth interview, Jessica Barrett shares the devastating story of losing her twin sisters and how her family later came to believe that akathisia, a recognised adverse drug reaction linked to antidepressants and other medications, played a significant role in the tragedy. YouTube: piped.video/TZbERKEAnGw?si=1lVi… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1ep… Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…

Stolen Lives Picnic T-Shirts Are Now Available! If you're attending one of the Stolen Lives Picnics taking place around the world this July, why not wear a Stolen Lives Picnic T-shirt to show your support and help raise awareness? These shirts are a great way to connect with others at your local picnic, honour those affected by prescribed harm, and start important conversations in your community. They're not just for the picnic day itself – wear them all year round to help keep awareness growing. You can purchase your T-shirt here: antidepressant-risks.printif… Thank you for helping us remember, raise awareness, and support change

The latest Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast episode is out: Did Medication Cause My Dad to Kill? | Jessica Barrett Read Katinka Blackford Newman's article about Jessica's story here: archive.ph/9pDqR Available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: piped.video/TZbERKEAnGw?si=1lVi… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1ep… Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…

July's Stolen Lives Support Group welcomes Dr Cathy Wield. Date: 6th July, 5-6PM (GMT) Book your spot here: buytickets.at/antidepressant…

Please consider reaching out to @_innercompass @ACE_CoalitionEd @antideprisks @CCHRInt @Mad_In_America @SecKennedy @MAHA_Action @MAHA_Institute. Progress is being made against #overmedicalization in #mentalhealth care, but lots of help is needed! hhs.gov/press-room/hhs-launc…

Are you looking to attend a Stolen Lives Picnic on July 29th? Learn more about the London Stolen Lives Picnic, as well as the global picnics that Antidepressant Risks is supporting for Prescribed Harm Day 2026 on our website. Join us as we come together to raise awareness, share experiences, and build community Locations & Booking links can be found on our website: antidepressantrisks.org/

What if trying harder to sleep is actually part of the problem? In the latest episode of Antidepressant Risks founder Katinka Blackford Newman’s podcast, The Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast, Katinka interviews Colin Espie, one of the world’s leading sleep experts. He explains how insomnia is often maintained by fear, frustration, and the pressure to “perform” sleep, and why sleeping pills do not recreate normal restorative sleep. Apple: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5od… YouTube: piped.video/F9TeEa3wz1U?si=OKO1…

We live in a culture that tries to remove discomfort as quickly as possible. But emotions carry information. Here, Dr Clive Sherlock reflects on why feeling is part of being human, not a problem to be medicated away. Watch the full episode of The Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast on YouTube: piped.video/zJUtRtweWIo?si=kmfX… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7w5… Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…