Instead of the news this week, I wanted to provide a reflective exercise. It’s Thanksgiving. You are probably being hosted by family members (or hosting family members) and this exercise is designed to help us slow down and reflect on Psalm 100. So grab a comfy blanket, invite the whole family, and let’s… slow down…

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Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth!

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    Serve the Lord with gladness!

    Come into his presence with singing!

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Know that the Lord, he is God!

    It is he who made us, and we are his;[a]

    we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

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Enter his gates with thanksgiving,

    and his courts with praise!

    Give thanks to him; bless his name!

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For the Lord is good;

    his steadfast love endures forever,

    and his faithfulness to all generations.

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Two weeks ago, and $200 later, I am doing much better! “What happened?”, you ask? Well, let’s just say after a weird and strange healthcare emergency, I thought I was losing a tooth, or worse, my right eye! Stay tuned for the whole story!

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Welcome back to *The Refill*, your weekly dose of what’s new, what’s important, and what’s shaping the world of pharmacy and mental health. Today, we’re breaking down the top five stories from the past week—stories that matter for clinicians, caregivers, patients, and anyone who cares about the future of health. Let’s get into it.

Until next time… Remember to breathe. Carry what matters. Let go of the rest and stay Mindful.

References

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mysuru/jss-college-to-host-international-conference-on-sustainable-brain-health/articleshow/125351837.cms

https://www.businessgrouphealth.org/newsroom/news-and-press-releases/press-releases/2025-employer-health-care-strategy-survey

https://arxiv.org/abs/2510.10364

https://news.ashp.org/News/ashp-news/2025/07/08/pharmacy-organizations-collaborate-to-prioritize-pharmacy-workforce-well-being-and-mental-health?utm_sourc

https://nabp.pharmacy/news/news-releases/pharmacy-organizations-collaborate-to-prioritize-pharmacy-workforce-well-being-and-mental-health/

https://www.neurologyadvisor.com/news/fda-greenlights-caplyta-for-adjunctive-use-in-mdd/

https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/fda-approves-lumateperone-with-antidepressant-use-for-major-depressive-disorder

https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/fda-approves-lumateperone-with-antidepressant-use-for-major-depressive-disorder

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Welcome back for another dose of the Refill! Bringing you the latest insights and news in the world of mental health and pharmacy. If you want more tips and conversations about mindfulness, and mental health, checkout the Mindful PharmD Podcast on major platforms.

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Written by Dr. Matmon Harrell

References

1. NBC News. After a suicide attempt, doctors told the Benz-Bushlings their son needed residential treatment; insurance denied his mental-health treatment anyway. (2025). NBC News. Insurance denied his mental-health treatment anyway. Retrieved from https://www.nbcnews.com/health/mental-health/insurance-denied-psychiatric-inpatient-mental-health-treatment-rcna230207
2. MSN. FDA advisors explore a possible future with chatbot mental-health care. (2025). MSN. FDA advisors explore a possible future with chatbot mental-health care. Retrieved from https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/fda-advisors-explore-a-possible-future-with-chatbot-mental-health-care/ar-AA1QbcE3?ocid=BingNewsVerp
3. Sickle Cell Anemia News. Sickle Cell Anemia News. (2025). Hydroxyurea doesn’t ease sleep issues in children with SCD: Study Retrieved from https://sicklecellanemianews.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=52c64784d386bd00ea57ee792&id=500eedf533&e=dcba61ae7a
4. Sickle Cell Anemia News. (2025). Newsletter item: First SCD patient enrolled in Phase 1b trial of oral therapy iadademstat. Retrieved from https://sicklecellanemianews.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=52c64784d386bd00ea57ee792&id=50c6873aa4&e=dcba61ae7a

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What happens inside a trauma-informed therapy session for veterans? In this episode, we explore three evidence-based assessments used to evaluate the impact of war zone trauma. You’ll hear how these tools help uncover underlying struggles, why they’re different from standard approaches, and how they give veterans a clearer path forward in treatment and recovery.

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References

Geron, Y., Malkinson, R., & Shamai, M. (2014). Families in war zone: Narratives of “me” and the “other” in the course of therapy. In T. Nelson & H. Winawer (Eds.), Critical topics in family therapy: AFTA monograph series highlights (pp. 7–21). Springer. 

Owens, E., & Parsons, R. (2018). Crisis and Trauma Counseling. Cognella, Inc.

Rolovic, S., & Llerena-Quinn, R. (2014). Reflections on growing up in a war zone: Understanding war and building peace. In T. Nelson & H. Winawer (Eds.), Critical topics in family therapy: AFTA monograph series highlights (pp. 21–32). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-03248-1_3 

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Welcome back for another dose of the Refill! Bringing you the latest insights and news in the world of mental health and pharmacy. If you want more tips and conversations about mindfulness, and mental health checkout The Mindful PharmD Podcast on major podcast platforms. 

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Written by Dr. Matmon Harrell

References

Salam, N. (2025, October 23). Generic statin atorvastatin recalled. USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/10/23/generic-statin-atorvastatin-calcium-recall/86861216007/

H. (2025, October 24). FDA announces nationwide recall of cholesterol medication—More than 140,000 bottles affected. Health. https://www.health.com/atorvastatin-calcium-recall-october-2025-11837002 

Unknown Author. (n.d.). Genetic marker identifies responders to new antidepressant. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/demystifying-psychiatry/202510/genetic-marker-identifies-responders-to-new-antidepressant

Ducharme, J. (2025, October 20). Brain game boosts chemical linked to memory, dementia research shows. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/health/aging/brain-game-boosts-chemical-memory-dementia-research-rcna237832

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Camp aficionado, Pastor Ryan Butler, discusses the importance of being outdoors and restoring your peace, presence and purpose!

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Welcome to the Refill! Refilling your mind with the latest in mental health and Pharmacy news.

This is a new channel (and podcast segment), designed to bring you the latest insights and news in the world of mental health and pharmacy. If you want more tips and conversations about mindfulness, and mental health checkout The Mindful PharmD Podcast on major podcast platforms.

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References

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Popular hair-loss pill linked to depression and suicide. ScienceDaily. October 13, 2025. Available from: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/10/251013040343.htm

Unknown Author. (2025). Simple screening tool could save a patient's life. Doximity. https://www.doximity.com/articles/7e2b43ef-176d-44ac-ad43-1b857e092232

Kansteiner F. With FDA nod, Bayer’s Lynkuet enters US market for nonhormonal menopause symptom meds. FiercePharma. October 24, 2025. Available from: https://www.fiercepharma.com/pharma/fda-nod-bayers-lynkuet-enters-limited-us-market-nonhormonal-menopause-symptom-meds 

Vincent, E. & Vincent, B. (2025, October 20). Instagram shows more ‘eating disorder-adjacent’ content to vulnerable teens, internal Meta research shows. Reuters. https://www.reuters.com/business/instagram-shows-more-eating-disorder-adjacent-content-vulnerable-teens-internal-2025-10-20/ 

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What is Third Man Syndrome—a hallucination of the mind, or evidence of something greater? In this episode, we explore the psychological explanation for the “unseen companion” people report in moments of danger and compare it with a very familiar story found in the Bible. 

From explorers to survivors, many have felt a mysterious presence—but the Bible points us to the Fourth Man in the Fire who stood with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Join me as I uncover why God’s presence isn’t just psychological comfort, but real deliverance in the heat of life’s trials.

Breathe. Carry what matters. Leave the rest. Stay mindful.

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Although summer is long gone, the Holiday season for travel and vacation is just around the corner. Throughout the years, my family and I have been on a number of vacations where we’ve made memories and still talk about our experiences, today. Whether it’s the mountains in Tennessee, a cabana in Negril, Jamaica, the busy streets of New York City, or the magnificent Grand Canyon. Whether you’re traveling to a far-off destination, or just taking a few days off at home, vacationing can be one of the most restorative things you do for your mind and body. But the real key is approaching it mindfully — before, during, and after your time away.

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