Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Barbie Rivera Author Educator Mom Freedom Fighter Enough is Enough
Barbie Rivera Author Educator Mom Freedom Fighter Enough is Enough
Barbie Rivera Author Educator Mom Freedom Fighter Enough is Enough
Friday 24th May 2024
Hear Barbie Rivera's powerful story on rejecting child medication and founding HELP Miami to foster drug-free education.
55 minutes
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Joanie Sigal
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Barbie Rivera shares her journey of resisting child drugging and founding HELP Miami
- Discussion on the lack of proper testing and qualification for ADHD medication
- Insight into the damaging effects of unnecessary drugging on children's development
- Encouragement for parents to ask tough questions and seek alternative solutions
- Highlighting the importance of understanding and confronting the evils of child drugging
One thing I do want to say is that if you're a parent and you have had your child on these drugs, you can get them off. You can make a change.
Picture this: a concerned mom, a bright child, and a school system pushing for medication. That’s the story of Barbie Rivera. Nearly three decades ago, Barbie was told her six-year-old son had a mental disorder and needed Ritalin. She refused to accept this diagnosis and took matters into her own hands. Today, she runs HELP Miami, a non-profit school dedicated to nurturing kids without resorting to labels or drugs.
In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Barbie shares her journey from a bewildered parent to an advocate for children’s rights. She reveals shocking offers from drug companies willing to pay her thousands for every child she recommended for medication. Barbie's story isn't just about defiance; it's about creating an educational environment where kids thrive naturally.
Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone who cares about the well-being of children, Barbie's insights will leave you questioning the status quo and inspired to seek better alternatives.