Alex Riley is an award-winning science writer. In 2019 he received a Best Feature award from the Association of British Science Writers for his reporting on the Friendship Bench, a project that began in Zimbabwe in 2006. Alex’s articles have been published by New Scientist, Mosaic, Nautilus Magazine, the BBC, and others.

In this episode, Alex and Eric talk about his new book, A Cure for Darkness: The Story of Depression and How We Treat It.

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Alex Riley and I Discuss Emerging Perspectives on Depression and…
A Cure for Darkness: The Story of Depression and How We Treat It
Eric’s telltale sign he’s in a depressive episode
The cause of Alex’s most recent depressive episode
Eric and Alex’s experiences taking SSRIs for depression
How he makes the decision to come on and off antidepressants
His experience of psilocybin treatment for depression
The role of nutrition in supporting his mental health and wellness
A working definition of depression
The connection between depression and “thinking too much”
The “P” factor – an idea that all mental illnesses are fundamentally connected at their root
The winners curse
Eric’s experience with LSD earlier in life

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Strategies for Depression with Therese Borchard

Recovering from Depression with Brent Williams

Alex Riley is an award-winning science writer. In 2019 he received a Best Feature award from the Association of British Science Writers for his reporting on the Friendship Bench, a project that began in Zimbabwe in 2006. Alex’s articles have been published by New Scientist, Mosaic, Nautilus Magazine, the BBC, and others.In this episode, Alex and Eric talk about his new book,&nbsp;<a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9781501198779" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A Cure for Darkness: The Story of Depression and How We Treat It.</a>But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed.&nbsp;<a href="https://oneyoufeed.net/support" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month.&nbsp;</a>It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!Alex Riley and I Discuss Emerging Perspectives on Depression and…<ul><li><a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9781501198779" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A Cure for Darkness: The Story of Depression and How We Treat It</a></li><li>Eric’s telltale sign he’s in a depressive episode</li><li>The cause of Alex’s most recent depressive episode</li><li>Eric and Alex’s experiences taking SSRIs for depression</li><li>How he makes the decision to come on and off antidepressants</li><li>His experience of psilocybin treatment for depression</li><li>The role of nutrition in supporting his mental health and wellness</li><li>A working definition of depression</li><li>The connection between depression and “thinking too much”</li><li>The “P” factor – an idea that all mental illnesses are fundamentally connected at their root</li><li>The winners curse</li><li>Eric’s experience with LSD earlier in life</li></ul>Alex Riley links:<a href="https://www.alexriley.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alex’s Website</a><a href="https://twitter.com/alexlariley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a>When you purchase products and/or services from the sponsors of this episode, you help support The One You Feed.&nbsp;Your support is greatly appreciated, thank you!If you enjoyed this conversation with Alex Riley, you might also enjoy these other episodes:<a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/category/anxiety-depression/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Strategies for Depression with Therese Borchard</a><a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/brent-williams/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Recovering from Depression with Brent Williams</a>

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. "The One You Feed" is a valuable resource, offering inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. "The One You Feed" is a valuable resource, offering inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

The One You Feed

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Alex Riley on Emerging Perspectives on Depression

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