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  • Keeping Ashland Healthy – Episode 86 – 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference RECAP

Keeping Ashland Healthy – Episode 86 – 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference RECAP

Wednesday 2nd April 2025

Dr. Ashley and the Boss recap the 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference, featuring Brooke Siem, Dee Barbash, Ron Bassman, and Stanley Frankart.
29 minutes
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Recap of the 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference: Keynotes and Insights

Episode Overview

  • Brooke Siem discusses the realities of antidepressant withdrawal.
  • Dee Barbash shares insights on family decisions around medication.
  • Introduction to the compassion key therapeutic approach.
  • Ron Bassman highlights the history and importance of the consumer survivor movement.
  • Stanley Frankart talks about peer support and recovery from his own experiences.
"Was I better? No, you weren't better, but I felt better."
Get ready for an engaging recap of the 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference with Dr. Ashley and the Boss. They share their gratitude for everyone involved and provide an in-depth look at the conference's highlights. The episode kicks off with Brooke Siem's powerful keynote on the challenges of antidepressant withdrawal and the hidden costs of medicating normal. Brooke's journey and her book 'May Cause Side Effects' offer a compelling narrative about the impact of psychiatric drugs.
Her candid discussion with her mother, Dee Barbash, adds another layer, exploring the family dynamics and decisions around medication. Dee's insights as a counsellor and mother bring a unique perspective on the pressures parents face when deciding to medicate their children. The afternoon sessions continue with Dee's introduction to the compassion key, a therapeutic approach focusing on self-compassion and cognitive behavioural elements.
Ron Bassman joins via Zoom, sharing his experiences and the history of the consumer survivor movement, emphasising the importance of family support. Stanley Frankart rounds off the day with his passionate talk on peer support and recovery, drawing from his own experiences within the criminal justice system. This episode is packed with valuable discussions, personal stories, and expert insights that will leave you reflecting on the complexities of mental health treatment.
Don't miss out on this informative and heartfelt recap that honours Pat Risser's legacy and continues to inspire those involved in mental health and recovery.
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