[thechat] O Brother, drugs, movies, and hats

[Erika Meyer]

>but also because web searches revealed a more disadvantages than 
>advantages to these drugs, including withdrawal issues, rebound 
>depression, and sometimes psychotic reations...

clarification:

I think if a person is depressed to the point of being suicidal or 
complete lack of functioning, an antidepressant is probably a very 
good idea.

But many doctors seem to think antidepressants should be prescribed 
to anyone who is depressed or down or even just angry for any reason.

I know so many single mothers on antidepressants... the doctors want 
to help but they can't change the situation.  So it's like:  "You're 
under stress - angry, upset, no money, crappy job.  Take these pills, 
then.  You'll feel better."

It seems too much like Orwell's "victory gin."

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