The Truth About Depression and Brain Chemistry

In this episode, host Katinka Blackford Newman explores the causes of depression and the myth of the chemical imbalance. Her guest is psychiatrist Professor Joanna Moncrieff, author of a groundbreaking new book 'Chemically Imbalanced' which has caused waves in the media. Her book exposes how we have all been sold a lie: that mental illness, particularly depression has been proved to be caused by a chemical imbalance that medication can cure. They explore the alternative explanations for the causes of depression and the consequences of prolonged antidepressant usage. Key topics include emotional blunting, sexual dysfunction, increased risks of falls and fractures in older adults, bleeding associated with SSRIs, risks to unborn babies, and potential withdrawal syndrome in newborns. Additionally, the episode touches upon the possible links between antidepressants and increased heart problems as well as cognitive decline.Professor Moncrieff provides valuable insights into the causes of depression and the importance of understanding the implications of antidepressant use.00:00 Introduction to Antidepressant Risks00:10 Emotional Blunting and Sexual Dysfunction00:15 Risks for Older Adults00:27 Bleeding and Pregnancy Risks00:44 Withdrawal Syndrome in Newborns01:00 Heart Problems and Cognitive Decline01:09 Summary of Adverse EffectsWith thanks to Iain Mitchell for his video editing skills Professor Moncrieff's book "Chemically Imbalanced"is widely available including at Amazon. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Chemically-Imbalanced-Making-Unmaking-Serotonin/dp/180399679XIf you would like to have a conversation with host Katinka Blackford Newman about coaching , please book a call here , you can email her at Katinka@kbnlifecoaching and you can visit her coaching site at www.kbnlifecoaching.co.uk You can find out more about the potential risks of antidepressants at www.Antidepressantrisks.org - a not for profit founded by host Katinka Blackford Newman. ​​If you'd like to watch the video version of this interview, you can watch it here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpZDWN8GW2g