
Akathisia Stories is a podcast produced by the Medication-Induced Suicide Prevention and Education Foundation in Memory of Stewart Dolin (MISSD). Each episode shares real conversations to raise awareness of akathisia — a dangerous, medication-induced disorder that can cause self-harm, suicide, and violence. By combining lived experiences with education, the podcast advances MISSD’s mission to impr... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MedicineHealth & Fitness | |||

Brandon Lawes is an independent natural health researcher, educator, and entrepreneur whose life was permanently changed after a devastating physical injury and severe medication-induced neurological complications. At 25 years old, Brandon developed ... more
Stacey is a 48 year old housewife and artist residing in Southern California. She has had akathisia not just from pharmaceuticals, but also due to hormonal issues and what she believes was PANDAS in childhood. As a result, she has had bouts of akathi... more
Katy Duffy and her husband, Ben, from Oregon share their experience with akathisia—a medication-induced disorder that was missed, misdiagnosed, and mistreated. They speak openly in the hope that others can recognize the signs sooner and avoid the suf... more
In Part 1, you met Katie Brennan — a Teacher of the Year, mother of six, and respected educator whose life changed after she developed medication-induced akathisia. With no prior history of mental illness, her symptoms were misdiagnosed as DSM-labele... more
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This series centers on akathisia, a medication-induced movement disorder, through deeply personal narratives and expert-led discussions. Episodes commonly pair survivor or caregiver experiences with clinical context, advocacy work, and calls for systemic reform—covering misdiagnosis, civil commitments, informed consent, and safety warnings. A notable throughline is how advocacy organizations like MISSD mobilize patients, families, and clinicians to improve awareness, education, and safeguard protocols. Listeners can expect candid accounts of treatment harms, practical guidance for navigating medical systems, and tangible efforts to reduce prescription-related risk, especially for veterans, families, and healthcare providers seeking better t... more
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Recent guests on Akathisia Stories include:
1. Brandon Lawes
2. Katie Brennan
3. Derek Blumke
4. Wendy Dolin
5. Kristina Kaiser
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