Posted by JohnL on April 16, 2000, at 1:53:25
In reply to possible new registration system, posted by Dr. Bob on April 15, 2000, at 7:03:46
Dr Bob,
I actually like the registration idea. It wouldn't compromise being anonymous at all in the eyes of every participant. But it could provide you valuable information, as you suggested. And it would also tend to weed out the flakes early, and allow cutting the flakes out later if they cause problems. It would create an image of professionalism and formality. And other than the registration process, the board itself would remain unaffected in any way. I like that.In your shoes, I would definitely want to gather the demographic info you suggested. The poster is still anonymous, so no one would lose any privacy. And I would definitely want a reliable easy method to intervene if a troublemaker showed up. A portion of the troublemakers would probably just surf on into the sunset anyway, not wanting to register.
The sample trial thing before registering is also an excellent idea in my opinion. That will allow a newcomer to jump right in, without being scared away by some registration process. In the event they find the board helpful--which we know they surely would--they would then feel comfortable and willing to register. And still remain anonymous. I personally can't see any negatives or downsides to your suggested registration process.
I do however strongly feel though that any ideas of fees should be dismissed immediately. Unlike a registration process, fees would indeed change the entire personality and purpose of the board. This board as we've known it would cease to exist. Way too drastic. If the idea of fees is to be pursued at all, I think it should only be in a stand-alone newly-created seperate board designed specifically for fee-based purposes. Not to be combined, confused, or integrated with this board.
Every now and then I have to mention this...you've heard me say it before...but I saw someone else comment on it and felt it was time to bring it up again...How about a Part II of the Tips section??? It really is time for a whole new edition. Not an extension or modification of the existing Tips. Leave that as it is. It's a masterpiece--though a little aged--and should remain as it is. But create a whole new one...Part II, Second Edition, Tips2000, whatever. I really like the idea of including in it discussions on European drugs, nootropics, and herbals, as well as updated discussions on many of the same topics discussed in Tips Part I.
Topics for Tips2000 could include all of the topics in Tips Part I, but also of interest would be...(just examples off the top of my head):
European meds (like Amisulpride, Adrafinil, Tianeptine, more on Moclobemide).
Herbals. SJW, gingko, ginsengs, and any others people are finding helpful for psychiatric symptoms.
Nootropics. Hydergine, etc.
Zyprexa. Antidepressant, mood stabilizer, antipsychotic, all in one. I bet there's a lot to say on this one.
Dealing with side effects. Sexual. Insomnia.
Newer strategies such as the quick trial/comparison method pioneered by Dr Jensen. Lots of critics, but lots of credence as well.
Anhedonia. This stubborn core symptom easily deserves an entire discussion on its own.
More on stimulants for depression.
Modafinil for depression.
On and on. There are so many new topics for Tips2000. Actually, I've noticed a lot of things are already showing up with "2001" in their names. Might as well call it Tips2001. Or simply Tips PartII. In any case, I think it's time. I know it's a monsterous workload, but hey, you started it! :0) When people experience a good show, a good product, or a good service, they definitely want more of it...and updated versions of it. People like freshness.Enough rambling on that. How about this...a nice polite request...Dr Bob, could you PLEASE put together a Tips2000, or a Tips Part II? I bet there are thousands of people out there that would use it and appreciate it.
Thanks,
JohnL
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