LSD shows early promise as a potential anxiety treatment, and the initial findings are quite compelling. The reports suggest that doses of 100 and 200 micrograms, which are essentially full-blown trips and not microdoses, have shown significant improvements in anxiety symptoms. Patients experienced improvements that were notably better than those who received a placebo. The benefits also appear to be lasting, with some individuals experiencing relief for up to three months after just one treatment. This is a really important piece of the puzzle as it shows a potentially long-term positive effect from a single dose, a feature that’s often sought in anxiety treatments.… Continue reading
Ruth Miller, a 40-year-old Amish woman, has been charged with aggravated murder in the death of her four-year-old son, who she allegedly threw into Atwood Lake, believing she was acting on God’s direction. According to authorities, Miller stated she was testing her faith when she took her son to the lake. Her husband also died in the water, and the couple’s older children were also made to do water-based trials of faith. The woman is currently receiving treatment at a secure mental health facility.
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Recent political rhetoric has been increasingly using stigmatizing language to demean those with mental health conditions, particularly by figures like Donald Trump. This language is paired with actions that undermine mental health support systems, including cuts to federal programs and research grants. The impact of such policies disproportionately affects vulnerable groups, like LGBTQ youth, potentially leading to increased mental health crises and suicide rates. Experts are warning of the negative consequences, emphasizing the need for accessible resources and interventions to support those in need.
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Michael Paul Brown, a 45-year-old man, is facing four counts of murder for the shooting deaths of a bartender and three patrons at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana. After the shooting on August 1st, Brown evaded capture for a week, hiding in nearby forests while hundreds of law enforcement officers searched for him. He was eventually apprehended on August 8th, and authorities are investigating whether he received any assistance while on the run. Brown is scheduled to make his initial court appearance on September 3rd, and faces a potential death sentence if convicted.
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The Minneapolis shooter “expressed hate towards almost every group imaginable.” It’s a chilling reality, but it seems to be a common thread woven through these tragedies. Thinking about it, it makes you wonder if the goal was pure chaos, a desire to ignite conflict and have everyone talking, no matter the cost. This person seemed to want to be the center of attention, to have their actions fuel political narratives. It’s a sad, twisted way to try to achieve some kind of infamy.
It’s easy to say, “violence is bad,” but the sheer volume of these events demands we delve deeper.… Continue reading
An inquest into the death of 32-year-old Jade Damarell, a highly experienced skydiver, concluded that her death was a suicide. Damarell intentionally did not deploy her parachute during a jump from 15,500 feet after ending a relationship the previous night. Evidence presented at the inquest revealed that she had disabled safety features and left a note on her phone addressed to her family. The coroner, Leslie Hamilton, determined that Damarell intended to end her life, and her family has since accepted the findings while expressing a desire to address mental health openly.
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Finnish MP Eemeli Peltonen, 30, was found dead at the Parliament House on Tuesday. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo expressed shock at the news, and the Speaker of Parliament offered condolences to Peltonen’s family. Reports indicate the MP may have committed suicide, although the police are investigating the circumstances. Due to the incident, the National Coalition Party suspended political discussions for the day, and Peltonen’s seat will be taken by Anette Karlsson.
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On August 8, 2025, a shooting near the CDC claimed the life of a police officer and the shooter, Patrick White, after he had told his father, Ken White, he was “gonna shoot up the CDC.” Ken White quickly recognized his car at the scene and realized his son was the gunman. An investigation revealed Patrick had stolen guns from his father’s safe, and that the suspect had a history of mental illness, including being admitted to a mental health facility and expressing strong opposition to the COVID-19 vaccine. The family shared that Patrick received medication but no therapy and that they are now being represented by an attorney specializing in cases involving inadequate mental health resources.
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In Austin, Texas, a shooting at a Target store resulted in the deaths of three individuals: two adults and a child, with another person treated for minor injuries. The suspect, a man in his 30s with a history of mental health issues, fled the scene in a stolen vehicle, which he later abandoned before stealing a second car from a dealership. Police apprehended the suspect approximately 20 miles away, using a Taser to take him into custody. Authorities are still investigating the motive behind the shooting.
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A Georgia man, blaming the Covid-19 vaccine for his depression, fired over 180 shots at the CDC headquarters, causing extensive damage to at least four buildings and injuring no CDC personnel. The shooter killed a police officer before being stopped by security and later died. Following the attack, CDC employees were advised to work from home while the agency assesses and addresses the damage, which may take weeks to repair. Officials are concerned about the long-term impact of the attack and the rhetoric surrounding vaccine safety, highlighting the need for responsible communication from health leaders.
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