DarkHorse Podcast Prescription for Insanity: Laura Delano on DarkHorse
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Mar 18, 2025 
Laura Delano, author of 'Unshrunk: A Story of Psychiatric Treatment Resistance,' shares her poignant journey through the psychiatric system. She challenges the conventional belief in chemical imbalances and questions the current mental health paradigms. Delano discusses her struggle with psychiatric medications and the slow path to healing through self-discovery. Emphasizing the power of community support and informed choices, she advocates for a more compassionate approach in mental health treatment, aiming to empower individuals on their journey to recovery.
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Laura's Early Struggles
- Laura Delano's mental health struggles began at 13 with self-harm and outbursts.
- At 14, she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and prescribed medication, a diagnosis she initially rejected.
Existential Crisis & Diagnosis
- Laura's initial crisis stemmed from feeling misaligned with her culture's expectations.
- Her diagnosis coincided with the rise of juvenile bipolar disorder, potentially influenced by pharmaceutical companies.
Chemical Imbalance Critique
- Bret Weinstein criticizes the chemical imbalance paradigm as evolutionarily unsound.
- He argues that introducing drugs during development creates dependence, hindering natural adaptation.
