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Has Psychology Sold Out to Psychiatry? Today, I want to consider if the American Psychological Association’s participation in the mental disorder labelling practices promoted by the the American Psychiatric Association is due to something other than science and promoting human welfare? The American Psychological Association’s Emphasi...

Investigators Who Blew the Whistle On STAR*D Fraud Call for Retraction of Five AJP Articles This is a letter that Ed Pigott and Jay Amsterdam sent to Ned Kalin, editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Psychiatry.

The decline of play | Peter Gray | TEDxNavesink In this talk, Dr. Peter Gray compellingly brings attention to the reality that over the past 60 years in the United States there has been a gradual but, over...

🌟 Reinventing Fabulous: Navigating Career Shifts with Confidence 🌟

Join us for another inspiring and lively virtual conversation on Thursday, October 26th at 8 PM! As part of our bi-weekly LGBTQ+ and ALLY meet-up series, this month we’re focusing on career transformations—a topic for anyone who feels stuck, unfulfilled, or ready for a bold shift in their professional life.

✨ Featuring:

• Nicole Latini: Artist & former teacher, founder of and the Social Media Strategist & Content Creator for Beak & Skiff, 1911 Established, and Ayrloom. Nicole left a teaching career to pursue her true passion—videography and content creation. She’ll share her journey of taking the leap, starting fresh at 40, and thriving in a creative industry.
• Travis Barr: Co-Founder of H.Grey Supply Co., First Drag Queen elected to a School Board, Cazenovia Pride Festival Producer, and Board of Education Member. Travis will provide insight into the power of community and how supportive systems can make all the difference when navigating big career transitions.
• Tracy Dando: Founder & Director of Safe Space CNY, Mental Health Advocate, and Coach. Tracy will offer her expertise in building strong support systems to help manage the emotional and mental aspects of career changes while maintaining well-being.

💬 What to Expect:

• Nicole’s Story: How she shifted from a secure teaching career to follow her creative passions and what it took to make the leap.
• Practical Advice: Learn tips on how to start from scratch in a new field, especially in creative careers, and how to transition into content creation or entrepreneurship at any stage in life.
• Social Media Insights: Nicole will share her strategies for optimizing social media, whether you’re a business owner or just starting in content creation.
• Building a Support System: Tracy will guide you through the emotional side of career shifts, helping you understand how a strong support network can keep you grounded and motivated.
• Open Q&A: Get direct answers to your burning questions on career shifts, content creation, and building support systems that can help you flourish in a new field.

This event is perfect for LGBTQ+ folks and allies looking to make a career change or simply seeking inspiration and practical tips to reignite their professional life.

🌈 Sign up now at www.SafeSpaceCNY.org/groups-services and get ready to explore new possibilities, build your support network, and add some sparkle to your career journey! 🌟✨

Root to Rise Day Retreat: Connect & Be Seen https://www.roottorisecny.com/store/p/root-to-rise-connect-be-seen-retreat-dpd3c-fgtc8-x5l3f

This week with Safe Space🧡💚

Check out www.safespacecny.org to reserve your spot or to learn more.

Antidepressant Withdrawal: A Psychiatrist's 30-Year Challenge to Conventional Wisdom For thirty years, Dr. Giovanni Fava has sounded the alarm on the long-term effects of antidepressant withdrawal, pushing back against pharmaceutical narratives.

Parade was cancelled due to weather. See you at 1pm for the book festival!

Join us this Saturday at Light A Candle For Literacy book festival. Free kid books from local authors including our two - Monday Morning and Lion, Rabbit, and Puppy! https://a.co/d/h1orCmN

Join us tomorrow 9/4 for Syracuse Mets game. We will be giving away items for kids - baseball cards, shirts, books, etc. We will be on the concourse during the game.

Tickets available here at link below

https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Itsabout7

Join us September 4 at Syracuse Mets for We Care Wednesday. You can purchase tickets at link below. Come say hello!

We Care Wednesday - It's About Childhood & Family Inc 9/4/24 @ 6:35 PM - It's About Childhood & Family Inc

Thank you Lisa and Jackie with Acadia Insurance for visiting us with a big check to support our programs!

Mark your calendars for November 4th if you are in 4 & 5th grade. Coach Murphy is helping to organize a basketball camp! Free T-shirt and lunch included. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXC5u402cDaDnRwjirPw_dDKDp1wiCd_rtfAd375A_sGCnpQ/viewform

Street Addiction has launched its new website! Take a look as we continue to rebrand! A special thank you to Zeruiah Alex Jones for all of her hard work on this project. Absolutely an amazing person inside and out 🫶🏾!