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Sexual Function with Antidepressants

Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) is a condition in which sexual side effects don't resolve after stopping antidepressants, or in some cases only develop when the antidepressant is stopped. Similar problems happen after isotretinoin (PRSD) and finasteride (PFS).

The Benzodiazepine Medical Disaster — a documentary film

The Benzodiazepine Medical Disaster tells the hidden story of how benzodiazepines can both maim and kill. The serious crippling physical side effects of these drugs can last for years after the medication is stopped, possibly permanently. Renowned expert Professor Heather Ashton compares it to the Thalidomide scandal.

As Prescribed — a documentary film

Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, Ativan — commonly prescribed as treatments beyond their approved uses, news and entertainment media portray them in terms of either addiction and abuse or as innocuous medications that help relax nerves. As Prescribed documents a strikingly different narrative, following eye-opening stories amidst a mis-prescription epidemic resulting in illness and injury for countless patients.

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When Psychiatric Drug Treatment Goes Wrong

 
Dr. David Healy discusses manipulation of data by drug companies to produce favourable results. From a 2008 “Psychiatric Drugs Side Effects” Conference in the UK.

Generation RX — an Unprecedented Change in Western Culture

 
Generation RX explores the unprecedented drugging of children with psychiatric medications earlier — and more often — than ever before.

This series of YouTube are previews from Dr. Ashton's DVD.

Benzodiazepine Dependence

 
Dr. Ashton provides an overview on benzodiazepines, discussing their promise and dependence.

Benzodiazepine Withdrawal

 
Dr. Ashton discusses the keys to safe, effective benzodiazepine withdrawal.

How to Taper Off Benzodiazepines

 
Dr. Ashton discusses her method of tapering off benzodiazepines.

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About Dr. Ashton

Dr. C. Heather Ashton, DM, FRCP, Emeritus Professor of Clinical Psycho-pharmacology at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, is the leading expert on benzodiazepines and benzodiazepine withdrawal.