Episode 452 - Ellen Lubensky, Medical Advocate & Attorney

Ellen's recovery story is truly inspirational as someone recovering from weaning off psychiatric medications. She experienced a variety of negative side effects as a result that limited her mobility and made her disabled for 20 years. She later was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She discusses the importance of informed consent, shared medical decision making, and open communication with your psychiatrist and team of providers. From the legal perspective she provides advice to patients who need advocacy and guidance as well as tools to report providers to their respective boards. She's regained her mobility thankfully and lives an active life.