

Laura Delano: The Dark Truth About Antidepressants, SSRIs, and the Psychiatrists Lying for Profit
97 snips Jun 6, 2025
Laura Delano, an author and mental health advocate, shares her profound journey from being misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder to becoming a leading voice against mainstream psychiatric practices. She critiques the over-reliance on antidepressants, challenges the chemical imbalance theory, and discusses the hidden costs of these drugs, including their effects on mental and physical health. Delano emphasizes the importance of autonomy in mental health care and advocates for compassion over profit in treatment, drawing from her personal experiences to inspire others.
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Chemical Imbalance Theory Debunked
- The chemical imbalance theory of mental illness has never been scientifically proven.
- It remains widely believed despite substantial evidence debunking it.
Laura's Early Dissociative Experience
- At age 13, Laura had a dissociative experience confronting her lack of authentic self.
- This moment triggered inner turmoil that led to her difficult teenage years.
Early Bipolar Diagnosis Shock
- At 14, Laura was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and told it was incurable.
- She was prescribed medications to manage symptoms for life, which set the course of her psychiatric journey.