Hi, I'm Chris James Dubey
April 18, 2026··
Hi I’m Chris, a psychiatric survivor and activist from Connecticut. After over two decades of psych. drug dependence—including experiences with severe withdrawal, being falsely diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression, and forced ECT —I successfully completed a three-year hyperbolic taper from my last psychiatric drug in late 2024. I am now involved with advocacy for informed consent and supporting others through the 'prescribed harm' movement, and I'm grateful to have this new community.
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Catina5mo ago
Community AnchorEffexor
Hi Chris! We are really excited to have you here! I am familiar with your story of psychiatric harm and how you have come out a survivor. I'm really happy to hear you are now free from chemical neurotoxins.
We look forward to having your support and knowledge in our community.....WELCOME!
Warmly,
Catina ❤️
Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg
“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”
Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.
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Community AnchorEffexor
Hey Chris! Thanks for joining us! Quite the story you have, especially the ECT.
If you could share 1-2 tips with the community on what youve learned in your process what would you share?
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