Posted by 49er on February 20, 2010, at 6:42:34
In reply to Re: They're just figuring this out??? » linkadge, posted by Bob on February 18, 2010, at 17:48:27
Hi Bob,
I definitely agree that even when there is a study about psych meds causing damage, it takes a lot time for it to sink in. And the cynical me thinks it will never sink in.
The the Newsweek article that questions the effectiveness of antidepressants. Many psychiatrists are questioning the study and claiming that in their experience, the drugs work.
Uh, don't they call that anecdotal evidence? Geez, they would turn the tables on me if I provided that type of argument but it is ok for them to do it.
And speaking of true evidence, a psychiatrist admitted to me in the comments section on the Newseek article that a true 5 year study does not exist that proves the effectiveness of ADS. Until that can be produced, how can you claim these drugs work?
As one tapering off of psych meds, I can definitely vouch for the fact that doctors are clueless. In all fairness, so are alternative folks. I feel very angry about this.
Regarding weight gain, I gained 30 pounds on SSRIS and my greatest fear was it would never end. As soon as I quit, the weight came off without my even trying.
Since I have tapered my meds, I have lost even more weight without trying. It is scary what these drugs do.
Now, who is ranting:)
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