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

[Joe Crawford]

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

Not all.

> 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."

"Mother's Little Helper" comes to mind.

	- Joe <http://artlung.com/>