Author: Sheila Matthews

Award-Winning Investigative Reporter Kelly Patricia O’Meara Joins AbleChild Advisory Board

Written by Sheila Matthews on April 5, 2025. Posted in Articles.

April 5, 2025

Kelly O’Meara, Investigative Journalist

AbleChild.org, a leading national nonprofit dedicated to protecting children from the dangers of psychiatric labeling and coercive drugging, proudly announces that award-winning investigative journalist, Kelly Patricia O’Meara, has joined its team.

O’Meara, renowned for her fearless reporting, has spent decades covering the fraud of psychiatric diagnosing and the dangers associated with prescription psychiatric medications. Her groundbreaking 1999 cover story, Guns & Doses, exposed the connection between psychiatric drugs and acts of senseless violence, igniting a national debate. She is also the author of Psyched Out: How Psychiatry Sells Mental Illness and Pushes Pills that Kill and the soon to be released follow up book Still Psyched Out: And Nobody Is Getting Better, both of which challenge the foundations of modern psychiatry.

Psyched Out:How Psychiatry Sells Mental Illness and Pushes Pills that Kill.
Still Psyched Out:And Nobody Is Getting Better.

With 16 years of experience as a congressional staffer and a B.S. in Political Science from the University of Maryland, O’Meara brings a unique blend of political acumen and investigative expertise to AbleChild.org. Her commitment to advocating for informed consent, transparency, and alternatives to harmful psychiatric drug treatments aligns perfectly with AbleChild’s mission to ensure the safety of children and parental rights in education.

Kelly Patricia O’Meara continues to inspire critical conversations about mental health reform, advocating for transparency, informed consent, and alternatives to harmful psychiatric treatments.

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Butler Assassination Attempt Documents Locked Down in Congressman Kelly’s Office, as Case Goes Cold on Link to ‘Crooks’

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 31, 2025. Posted in Articles.

April 1, 2025

U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, R-16th, Chairman House task force investigating the attempted assassination of now President-elect Donald

Republican Congressman Mike Kelly who Chaired the Congressional Task Force investigating the July 13th attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, whines about law enforcement withholding important data, but he also continues to face scrutiny for withholding critical investigative documents from the public.

AbleChild contacted Congressman Kelly’s office requesting a copy of the PA State Police Report and a copy of the Allegheny County Coroner’s Autopsy on Thomas Matthew Crooks and was told to “FOIA it.” Why should any American have to FOIA reports that were obtained during a Congressional Task force investigation? In addition, there are no laws preventing their release. The documents were used to complete the investigative report. Why should Congressman Kelly have the final say in what Americans are allowed to know about the Butler assassination attempt? The American taxpayers paid for the Task force to conduct the investigation and should be entitled to see all the documents collected as part of the investigation. The Congressman’s office is well aware that any FOIA request could take months, if not years, to get a response.

Make no mistake, Kelly’s refusal to release requested documents raises serious concerns about transparency and accountability in this high-profile case. Unfortunately, despite the Task force’s efforts in its final 180-page report, no specific information identifying the alleged shooter and motive for the attack has been made public. Talk about waste and abuse. The Task force “investigation” produced literally no new information about who the shooter is and why the attack occurred. It didn’t even provide physical evidence to prove the alleged shooter was Thomas Crooks.

D.O.G.E. Mastermind Under the Influence of Ketamine

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 30, 2025. Posted in Articles.

Sunday, March 30, 2025

Ketamine in a vial, narcotics are dangerous to health or brain nervous system

Elon Musk, Tesla and SpaceX CEO, D.O.G.E mastermind and best friend of President Trump, recently disclosed that he is a user of the anesthetic, Ketamine, to manage symptoms of depression. One must wonder, given the possible serious side effects of the drug, if there are national security issues that need to be addressed.

Let’s consider for a moment the fact that the man the President of the United States has put the full faith and credit, on a number of delicate issues, is taking a prescribed mind-altering drug for a psychiatric disorder, which Musk believes is largely “genetic rather than a response to external challenges.” Hmmm…

This is one of the smartest guys in the room and the world’s richest man who does not know that there is zero science to support the genetics-is-responsible-for-depression claim? In fact, it is odd that a man who completely relies on science and accurate data has no idea that there is not one psychiatric disorder that is an abnormality of the brain. In other words, there is no test known to man – an MRI, CAT Scan, Blood test, or any other scientific measurement, that can detect an abnormality in the brain for any psychiatric diagnosis. Are people depressed? Sure. Is it an objective, confirmable abnormality of the brain? No.

CDC Leadership Crisis: Trump’s Controversial Pick Raises Alarm for Public Health

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 26, 2025. Posted in Articles.

March 27, 2025

President Trump’s nomination of Susan Monarez as CDC director is a grave disservice to the American people and a blatant attempt to undermine Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s efforts to revolutionize public health in the United States. This decision, coupled with the rejection of Dr. David Weldon, reeks of backroom deals and a desperate clinging to failed policies.

The House and Senate initially complained that Kennedy lacked a medical background for his HHS role. In response, Kennedy selected Dr. David Weldon, a physician and former congressman, to lead the CDC. This choice addressed concerns about medical expertise in key health positions. However, in a shocking turn of events, Trump pulled Weldon’s nomination just hours before his confirmation hearing, only to put forward Monarez, a Fauci cronie.

Texas Sheriff: Silence After Four Deaths of Law Enforcement in Texas

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 26, 2025. Posted in Articles.

March 26, 2025

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office in Houston, Texas, is grappling with a series of tragic events, as four individuals connected to the department have died in the past six weeks. While authorities have labeled these deaths as suicides, the deliberate withholding of crucial information and troubling circumstances surrounding each case demand a more rigorous and transparent investigation.

The deceased include Deputy Christina Kohler, 37, who died on March 13th; former deputy Maria Vasquez, who left the department in December; former deputy William Bozeman, and former deputy Long Nguyen, 58, who died on February 6th. William Bozeman’s background adds a significant dimension. He was a medical doctor who reportedly advocated for less violent methods within the correctional system, a position that may have put him at odds with established practices.

AbleChild.org Expands, Media Maverick Joe Hoft Joins Advisory Board

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 25, 2025. Posted in Articles.

Joe Hoft, Author, Media Host
MBA, CPA, CISA, FLMI

March 25, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Wagener, SC 29164, Vero Beach, FL 32963, Milford, CT. 60640
info@ablechild.org, 203.253.0329, www.ablechild.org

AbleChild, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit leading advocacy organization for informed consent and parental rights in mental health, is pleased to announce Joe Hoft as its lead member to the nonprofit Advisory Board.

Joe Hoft brings a wealth of experience to AbleChild’s mission. As an international corporate executive, he has worked around the world for Fortune 500 corporations, overseeing major business functions and financial reporting for multimillion-dollar and billion-dollar entities. His extensive background includes an MBA, CPA, CISA, and FLMI among his ten degrees and designations.

Wyoming Mom’s Fatal Death Rampage Linked to Ketamine, Klonopin Psychiatric Drug Cocktail

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 24, 2025. Posted in Articles.

March, 24, 2025

Tranyelle Harshman, the Byron, Wyoming, mother who killed her four children then herself, was, as expected, on a cocktail of psychiatric mind-altering drugs. The completed toxicology report revealed that Tranyelle was on an anti-anxiety drug and Ketamine at the time of the murder/suicide.

As explained by Tranyelle’s husband, Cliff Harshman, his wife struggled with mental health issues, including depression, post traumatic stress disorder and postpartum depression. The final fatal psychiatric drug prescribed to Tranyelle was Clonazepam (Klonopin), a benzodiazepine, which is a sedative. The possible adverse events associated with the mind-altering drug include sudden confusion and disorientation, feeling paranoid, suicidal thoughts or actions, trouble breathing, new or increased feelings of anxiety, depression, changes in mood or behavior, hallucinations, and losing touch with reality to name a few.

Cleveland Clinic’s Mental Health Practices Under Fire as Court Dismisses Lawsuit

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 22, 2025. Posted in Articles.

March 22, 2025

A recent court decision has put Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital’s mental health practices in the spotlight. The Florida appeals court backed the hospital’s request to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit, but this legal victory has raised more questions than it answered about how the hospital handles mental health emergencies.

The lawsuit stemmed from a tragic incident in March 2022, when 29-year-old Zachary Anderson was fatally shot by deputies while being treated for a mental health crisis at the hospital. While the court’s decision focused on legal technicalities, it has sparked a broader debate about the hospital’s approach to psychiatric care and medication management.

One major concern that has come to light is the apparent lack of reporting to the FDA’s MEDWATCH system. This system is designed to flag dangerous drug reactions, but there’s no evidence that Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital uses it for mental health patients. This is worrying, especially considering the hospital’s large-scale psychiatric care operations. They recently took on 2,600 patients needing psychiatric medications after another clinic closed, and they often use strong treatments like electroconvulsive therapy for patients, which is inhumane and has no scientific evidence of curing anything, but scrambles the brain.

Behavioral Health Industry Exploits Untracked Psychiatric Medications with Telehealth on HHS Website

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 21, 2025. Posted in Articles.

March 21, 2025

We are living in a world where children are prescribed mind-altering drugs at alarming rates, but no one tracks the consequences. This isn’t dystopian fiction—it’s happening today. As telehealth surges and is promoted by the US government, the behavioral health industry profits from prescribing dangerous psychiatric drugs to minors without accountability, while families remain powerless to report harms. The consequences of this unchecked industry are stark: systemic failures are now directly infringing on the basic human rights of children.

Every child has the right to protected from harm. Yet the U.S. government does not monitor how many children receive psychiatric drugs via telehealth, despite evidence of widespread off-label use. Adverse reactions like suicidal thoughts, weight gain, or diabetes are underreported, leaving families unaware of risks. Parents often aren’t told that medications are prescribed “off-label” (without FDA approval for children), violating their right to make informed choices. Studies show 55% of children experience serious side effects from antidepressants or antipsychotics, yet fewer than 1% of these cases are reported to systems like MEDWATCH. Without data, families can’t advocate for safer care. Despite the lack of safety protocols, the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) features it on their website. Maybe the new secretary of the health & human services is unaware of the unequal access that is provided to the industry rather than to consumers on the website via telehealth. It is time for Secretary Kennedy to act by highlighting access to the critical MedWatch drug safety program for the consumers on the HHS website. It is time to demand collection of the appropriate data relating to mind altering psychiatric drugs.

Opioid Settlement Fuels The Psychiatric Industry, Right Back to Big Pharma

Written by Sheila Matthews on March 19, 2025. Posted in Articles.

March 19, 2025

The Opioid Settlement Big Money, Big Business No Drug Safety Funded

In a shocking deep dive, billions of dollars from opioid settlements appear to be strategically redirected back into the pockets of pharmaceutical giants and the behavioral health – psychiatric industry. The settlements, now totaling a staggering $56.9 billion, were meant to address the devastating opioid crisis, but there’s a disturbing lack of oversight on how this money is spent.

At least 70% of the settlement funds must go towards “opioid remediation efforts,” including expanding access to addiction treatments. Here’s the kicker, many of these treatments are psychiatric medications produced by the very same pharmaceutical companies involved in the opioid crisis and will be used on the prison population and mental health courts, which fuels the psychiatric drug and behavioral health industry. Many psychiatric drugs carry blackbox suicide warnings and other deadly side effects. The psychiatric and behavioral health industry must label you in order to qualify for these dangerous unproven solutions. A win/win for the both mega industries.