Could you direct me to any research or literature regarding the dangers of evangelical, religious healing practices, such as speaking in tongues, laying of hands, etc. precipitating a psychotic episode? As a psychologist in charge of a psychosocial rehabilitation program, I am especially interested in any documented dangers for individuals who are already getting treated for schizophrenia.
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Do you believe depression can be controlled by diet and exercise? There seems to be much information in regards to treatment with medications only. I believe proper diet and exercise can be an effective treatment without the use of antidepressants, since I am an example of that. I am writing a research paper on this subject.
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I was wondering if you could provide reference to any criminal cases where bipolar disease of any form was used as a defense in a criminal court. My 19-year-old brother was convicted of robbery with a deadly weapon. Before the incident he was a model citizen...
Dr. Pies' Answer
Could you direct me to any research or literature regarding the dangers of evangelical, religious healing practices, such as speaking in tongues, laying of hands, etc. precipitating a psychotic episode? As a psychologist in charge of a psychosocial rehabilitation program, I am especially interested in any documented dangers for individuals who are already getting treated for schizophrenia.
