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Debating the Medical Ethics of Assisting a Patient with BIID

Body integrity identity disorder is a condition in which a healthy person believes that he or she is meant to be disabled. People with this condition often seek to harm themselves to attain their desired disability. The Doctors and Dr. Phil discuss the ethical dilemma facing medical professionals who encounter BIID patients.

Why Did This Woman Purposefully Blind Herself?

In a The Doctors and Dr. Phil exclusive, meet Jewel, a woman who chose to blind herself by putting drain cleaner in her eyes to destroy her vision. And, ophthalmologist Kerry Assil assesses the damage to her eyes. Click here to watch Dr. Phil explain body integrity identity disorder.

How a Spiritual Life Can Fight Depression W/ Dr. Lisa Miller

Dr. Lisa Miller explains the scientific ways spirituality affects our brains, including how developing our spiritual side can produce results as powerful as taking a prescription drug.

Can Ketamine Injections Cure Treatment-Resistant Depression?

Julie says she has suffered with clinical depression almost her entire life. Although her daily dose of antidepressant medication helps her function fairly normally, she says she continues to feel the "heaviness" of depression every day. Watch as Julie undergoes a new, controversial treatment for depression, which involves injecting the anesthetic medication ketamine. Click here to hear how she feels after two treatments.

Woman Shares Her Experience Undergoing Ketamine Injections for Depression

Julie, who says she has suffered with clinical depression almost her entire life, recently underwent two ketamine injection treatments to treat her condition. She joins The Doctors to share her experience with the controversial new treatment. Click here to watch as psychiatrist Dr. Shahla Modir and anesthesiologist and founder of the Ketamine Clinics of Los Angeles, Dr. Steven Mandel, debate the effectiveness of ketamine injections.

Debating the Effectiveness of Ketamine Injections for Treating Depression

Anesthesiologist and founder of the Ketamine Clinics of Los Angeles, Dr. Steven Mandel, and psychiatrist Dr. Shala Modir debate whether ketamine injections, which have not been approved by the FDA for use in the treatment of depression, are actually effective in curbing the symptoms of the painful condition.

Razor Blades Found In Halloween Candy

Police are urging parents to inspect their children's Halloween candy after razor blades were discovered in their chocolates.

I Survived a Suicide Attempt

'You are worth your life.'

Drs. Rx: Stress-Busting Tips

The Doctors producer Leslie describes how she feels after using a new at-home electric shock device to reduce stress. Plus, ER physician Travis Stork shares simple tips to help you feel calmer in minutes.

Mom's the Word: Piercing Your Baby's Ears

Moms weigh in on why they are piercing their babies' ears at a young age.

Study Finds Talking Back Is Healthy for Kids

When your child talks back it may be your first instinct to shut that behavior down, but some experts are saying that it may lead to them being more successful adults.

Marijuana and Schizophrenia Connection

Dr. Koplow's discussion with Steven Sussman, Ph.D Child and Adolescent Psychologist, about marijuana and its connection with schizophrenia.

Coping with the Loss of a Pet

Plastic surgeon Andrew Ordon recently lost his beloved bulldog, Lulu. Veterinarian Courtney Campbell offers advice on coping with the loss of a pet. For support dealing with the loss of a pet, call the ASPCA Pet Loss Hotline at (877) GRIEF-10.

Can a Rodent Phobia Be Cured?

A mom with a crippling phobia of rodents reaches out to The Doctors for help. Behavioral expert Gary Coxe takes her into The Doctors' Panic Room to help her overcome her debilitating fear.

Stress Could Be Impacting The Way You See The World

Author Jamie Holmes explains how stress could be impacting how you see the world.

How To Make Peace With Ambiguity In Your Life

Jamie Holmes explains how you can make peace with ambiguity in your life.

Op-Ed: Why Are We Still Stigmatizing Mental Illness?

"When you have the flu, you go see a doctor. That same standard should apply to mental health."

These Celebrities Are Removing The Stigma Around Mental Health

These stars are opening up about their mental health.

The Truth Behind Health Claims of Garcinia Cambogia

The Doctors reveal the truth behind purported health benefits of taking garcinia cambogia nutrition supplements. Does it really help you lose weight?

Study Says People Who Take Their Coffee Black Have Sadistic Tendencies

A fondness for black coffee could reveal the drinker's dark side. Austrian researchers at Innsbruck University found that people who prefer bitter tastes ? like coffee and tonic water? are more likely to be vain, selfish, manipulative, even sadistic and pschopathic. The Innsbruck study involved 1,000 people, including students and prison inmates, who were asked to rate for preferences and to complete tests for personality traits, such as aggression. Subjects assessed such statements as "Given

Kids Help Phone Targets At-Risk Teen Boys

Bro Talk is a new service that is aiming to get boys aged 14-18 to talk about mental health issues

The Politics Of Federal Food Policy

New dietary guidelines are due out later this year, but just how political is the process of deciding which guidelines work best? We speak with health experts and nutritionists about the best ways to handle food policy.

What Goes Into Developing Our Dietary Guidelines

David H. Freedman, Joe Holder and Gena Hamshaw explains hat goes into developing our dietary guidelines.

Should We All Adopt A Universal Diet?

Gena Hamshaw and Joe Holder share their thoughts on universal diets.

Positive Thoughts May Help Treat Depression

Dr. Koplow's discussion with Steven Sussman, Ph.D and child and adolescent psychologist, about how positive thoughts can treat depression.

I'm Bipolar, but I'm Not...

People talk about the stereotypes and stigmas surrounding Bipolar Disorder.

HPL Takes On: Trapped Inside Our Minds

From admitting depression to seeking help to caring and loving someone with the illness, HuffPost Live takes a closer look at the depths of depression.

Australian Fitness Juggernaut Emily Skye On Overcoming Depression, Abuse

Emily Skye is an Australia health and fitness role model. She has developed her own F.I.T fitness program and has over 5 million social media followers. In this interview, Emily opens about how she overcame depression and used exercise and healthy living to enhance her appreciation of life.

The Best Way to Deal When You're Waiting for Big News

Turns out your pessimistic side can help you out when waiting to hear big news. Dr. Kate Sweeney, Associate Professor of Psychology at UC Riverside, explains how to stay calm during those stressful waiting periods.

Your Morning Coffee Has Met Its Matcha

It's time to trade your morning coffee for matcha. Known as the pearl of green tea, matcha boosts your metabolism and it keeps you awake and alert with the afternoon crash. But it's not just a beverage. Even if you're not into tea, Aiya's cooking grade matcha is a powder that you can use in smoothies, or even in baking. It's the ultimate busy woman life hack. Stylist Alison Deyette explains why matcha is her go-to source for energy, and shares some of her major matcha secrets.
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