Monthly Archives: April 2013

shine on you crazy diamond – pink floyd

Posted on April 7, 2013 by recoverynetwork:Toronto

Remember when you were young, you shone like the sun. Shine on you crazy diamond. Now there’s a look in your eyes, like black holes in the sky. Shine on you crazy diamond. “Shine On You Crazy Diamond (I-V)” Remember … Continue reading →

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brain damage – pink floyd

Posted on April 6, 2013 by recoverynetwork:Toronto

There’s someone in my head but it’s not me. And if the cloud bursts, thunder in your ear You shout and no one seems to hear And if the band you’re in starts playing different tunes I’ll see you on … Continue reading →

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A disease called “childhood”

Posted on April 3, 2013 by recoverynetwork:Toronto

An opinion piece by Dr Allen Frances in New York Post pointing out how difficult it is to diagnose mental illness in teens, and all young people, and how the current practices lead to high levels of overdiagnosis, which in … Continue reading →

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superman hears everything

Posted on April 2, 2013 by recoverynetwork:Toronto

You don’t have to wear your underpants on the outside, don a cape and fly into space to get a break from voices. It is possible to learn to do it anywhere. Some people need no help and others a … Continue reading →

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Hearing voices does not mean you’re crazy, says activist

Posted on April 1, 2013 by recoverynetwork:Toronto

 Aw, shucks!  that particular activist would be me: in a piece published today in Toronto Star. The photo is of me in my favourite  spot at Alternative Grounds. A big thanks to reporter Valerie Hauch and photographer Steve Russell! Hearing … Continue reading →

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Compulsory Treatment does not reduce hospital re-admission

Posted on April 1, 2013 by recoverynetwork:Toronto

Article in leading medical journal,  The Lancet, from a study revealing that Community Treatment Orders have no impact on rate of hospital admissions.  Community treatment orders remove a person’s right to choose whether or not to take medications – and … Continue reading →

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