Antidepressants and Violence

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tigator — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:24:49 GMT

I have been taking Luvox for 10 years for OCD. One side affect is a decreased sex drive. I have spent my entire 30's on this crap and had a dead sex drive because of it. That's not a good way to spend your 30's. There are even more side affects that I'm tired of.

I finally decided to taper off slowy and I am VERY sick. I'm having ugly withdrawal symptoms now. I've had 10 years of taking in this crap and I now know just how toxic it is from experiencing withdrawal. I feel like a street junkie! Massive headaches, serious nausea, body aches, confusion, weakness, tiredness just to name a few. I am tapering off very slowly and I'm still sick. This withdrawal is enough to depress me and it has!

Never again. From now on I will look into congnitive behavioral therapy, good nutritian, and sunshine. Why didn't my doctors tell me about this!?

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T_rex — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 15:22:52 GMT

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fredh — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:58:37 GMT

The question I ask is ,Why are so many people depress, could the reason be divorce is running rampid. Before 1972 when women the workforce in mast numbers, most mothers stay in their homes, women did not go into debt to buy a brand new car. The family was normal. What is the difference between humans and animals , men when to work to support his family ,mothers raise their children. In the animal world mothers are left to fend for herself. Today no one knows who they are unisex is now normal . How many people come home to and empty house, with no food cooked, no one to clean the house. When I got married 38 years ago, I worked 8,10 ,12 hours a day, but when I came home, by wife had diner cook, the kids were clean and healthy, our home was clean. Maybe it is a good idea to go back to those days.

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moo_203 — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:51:42 GMT

well,

unless you have been there , please do not judge those who have. even doing all the right alternative stuff some people still need medication at times. anxiety, depression, stress, etc not only causes mental problems but physical as well. high blood pressure is one that comes to mind.

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maxx10 — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 20:36:37 GMT

I agree that some of the natural treatments mentioned here are indeed helpful. Statistically, excercise and sunlight are as potent as any SSRI, but some people refuse to adopt a proactive lifestyle. In these cases tender use of an SSRI can be beneficial. I would like to comment that after spending the last 6 years working with children on antipsychotics and SSRI's (without a suicide) there does indeed seem to be a period of increased impulsivity as the body becomes re-energized before the clouded thinking of depression is resolved. Not all of this manifests itself as self destructive behaviors. This impulsivity can take many forms in the behavioral spectrum and warrants careful watching. Used correctly, these medications work most of the time (not all). As with any medication educate yourself and work with your physician and encourage your physician to work with you.

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mindymom — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:44:54 GMT

after my 6 yr old died suddenly i became ill in my emotions and in my brain. i was a vegan and sought natural treatment which included adding meat and diary to my diet and many supplements. i was taught eft, received massage, prayer, chiropractic adjustments and still i became psychotic. i committed suicide by stabbing myself, cutting my wrists, and taking the meds that had eventually been prescibed to me that i would not take before b/c i thought they were dangerous. it was a miracle that i lived. i now believe there are situations where multiple drugs can be taken that will help a persons 'brain chemicals and connections' to heal over time and sedate a person enough to allow that time. all in all i was off the drugs in a yr. i'm living very happily taking no drugs but would race back if ever i needed them.

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tiger_203 — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 01:48:32 GMT

I have to say that I have read the material, done the research work, gotten the MS in Nutrition, eaten right, exercised vigorously, and taken omega 3, magnesium (Calm), calcium, vitamins B and C, protein supplements, sunshine, you name it, followed the Lord, worship leader, prayer, etc ... but a very small dose of Lexapro (1/4) has an extremely positive effect. I am so much more effective, not suicidal in thought, get so much more accomplished, and keep from making poor judgements that have (in the past without it) could have cost me my job and career. Childhood trauma has predisposed me to some level of anxiety and depression. For the time being, in my present circumstances... it is the best way to go (with all the other supplements )... Even if it does have a negative effect on my brain, it's better than no brain at all. Just some thoughts... and it's taken me about 20 years to get to this place. Dr. Mercola is good to keep the public informed, though. Because these drugs are powerful and potentially dangerous.

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Goji — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 01:11:03 GMT

Reading all the comments I find so many people still want 'fix its' from the outside...

yes we can support our bodies and minds to move towards health and balance and yes there are things which harm that process but ultimately our bodies and vitality are a reflection of our beliefs.

I work as a hypnotherapist and EFT practitioner and am constantly amazed by the healing powers of the body/mind. We are a consciousness that has created a mind and body not the other way around.

15 years ago I had post partum psychosis and spent 2 years on an antidepressant. I now know that the cause was many stressors including mercury poisoning, calcium deficiency, sleep deprivation and others. All were treatable with out the medication! However I did what I was told, took them which led to 2 years of hell side effects. I couldn't think, talk, lost my self esteem, gained weight, my mind spun in circles but thankfully I didn't harm anyone. Its been a long road but funny thing is I am stronger for it, more empathetic and loving life.

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curious7 — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 23:46:48 GMT

This is not news, or it should not be news. In 1989 a man in a newspaper print shop went crazy so to speak, and shot and killed a few of his co-workers, and it all boiled down to Prozac. Yet when it came time for a court hearing "Big Pharma," won, and was able to suppress the truth about Prozac. As a result Prozac remains on the market, and the truth remains asleep. You see we in America demand little in the way of a true government. A government that protects the people from big money, from government corruption. Yet we are sinking deeper, and deeper into an abyss of darkness, of no or mis- information. As a matter of fact, even if the information is readily available, it is chalked up as a lie, or a "Conspiracy Theory."

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JJ72 — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 19:02:54 GMT

I beg to differ with BigBlue who said it wasn't the vitamin D that helped. It could be both D and light.

I suddenly started suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder about 12 years ago. Doctor didn't even consider it, I hadn't heard of it, and he just put me on anti-depressants. Yuck. They made me so sleepy! That was the increased serotonin, as I understand. I was already having energy problems, so I didn't need that! After putting me back on another anti-depressant the following fall when I started having trouble again, my mom mentioned something she'd heard about SAD and I researched it and figured out that was the problem. I started using light box therapy and haven't taken those drugs in the 10 years since.

However, after learning about Vitamin D this year, I am taking some supplemental vit D. This past fall and now into winter I have NOT used my light box and I feel fine!! In years past, I could always tell if I went a day or two without using it, so I know I still "needed" it.

My conclusion is vitamin D and receiving light waves through our eyes are BOTH helpful. But I know the only thing I'm doing different this winter from last is the vit D, so I figure it DOES work. After reading how low vitamin D is so prevalent in dark-winter areas, and that it causes low energy or depression, I am shocked we haven't been hearing more for treating SAD with it! People don't have a "low level of seaonal-induced depresssion", they may simply have vitamin D deficiency!! Dr. Mercola?

I just want to add that I have been eating for my type for over a year now, and getting more Omega 3, and I'm sure that helps too. But I really noticed a difference with the Vit D. It all works together to make us more healthy. Anyone who thinks our brain function is not affected by what we consume (good or bad) has chopped their head off from their body!

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www.chi-mester — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 17:50:52 GMT

Well, I just happend to open this page and after realizing what this is about, at this moment I dont dare to watch this video, i,m scared that this video would frak me out.

I had a way too much of these kinda movies lately.

Need some rest. -))))

Peace!

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miragemama — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 17:43:13 GMT

I was a school psychologist for seven years until I became burned out with the educational system and the crazy parents and teachers. ADHD, and all the other childhood diagnosis were thrown around by some teachers who had mental problems themselves; or didn't want to implement a behavioral plan for the overactive or under parented child in the classroom. Some parents wanted a educational diagnosis of a learning or psychological problem of their child so they could get the benefits from the government (money). I also saw a lot of "problem" kids who displayed ADHD behaviors at school because their parents don't give them any boundaries, guidance, or discipline at home. SHOCKING but true. I would have meetings with the parents to help them implement behavioral programs at home, help them find support from family members and outside agencies, but to some parents it is easier to just let the medication do the parenting. So the school is left to become the parent, doctor, and welfare agency to the child and the family. I would test kids that did not qualify for ADHD and then the parent would lawyer up to help push their own agenda.

Yes their is a percentage of childhood ADHD, depression, and so on, but the qualified school personel, should work closely with the medical doctor and or psychologist/psychiatrist, along with hopefully "sane" parents to really provide a correct and proper diagnosis. Depression is being seen in younger children under twelve and really needs to be addressed in the schools and at homes. I just think that there are not enough counseling programs in the school to address these problems and help the children deal with their emotional difficulties. How many parents deal with their depression by drugs, alcohol, and Prozac. So the parents figure lets medicate my child. Counseling groups, self-esteem groups, exercise plans in the schools, creative work shops in the school, I think would help create a emotionally healthy child.

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jramberg — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 16:39:24 GMT

I was put on Zoloft for some depressin a year back and it made me absolutely crazy. I clenched my teeth and my neck was stiff all the time. I would laugh out loud for no reason. I started feeling animosity towards total strangers to the point of hatred. I couldnt go anywhere because I was afraid they were talking about me. I stopped taking the pills and worked through my depression with exercise outdoors, fresh air and sunshine. Medications are not the solution to every sitution. We need to learn to focus on good health, good nutrition, fresh air, sunshine and exercise.

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madisonoli — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 16:35:09 GMT

I find the oversimplification of this article both alarming and disturbing. To tag all psychopharmacology medications as dangerous and unhelplful is simply not true. Clearly, there are serious issues when it comes to children and these drugs but it is not the for adults. I find the way that some alternative paradigms, such as Mercola, tries to discredit the medical establishment as one of their main ways of proclaiming their own agenda, hypocritical. I, personally, tried alternative methods to treat my own depression for over four years to no avail. I tried everything that Dr. Mercola recommended. I followed a very healthy diet (for my blood type), took supplements,gave up sugar, exercised rigorously, practiced EFT, and got lots of sunshine (I live in CA) to no avail. I, also, spent alot of money on SamE and other natural mood enhancers. I, finally, after much conflict tried a mood stabilizer and I could not be happier. I now see the place pharmaceutical drugs have in our world. Yes, there are many problems but to denounce psychiatry as fraudulent is childish and harmful. I think this website is, at times, as problematic as our media system with its use of terror tactics to get attention and push its own agenda. All of them want our money. Research has its place and not all psychotropic medications are evil and do save lives. As a matter of fact, a good friend of mine, a follower of Dr. Mercola's, went the alternative route to treat her breast cancer, she followed all of Mercola's advice, went to some other alternative doctors, treated her disease with food and supplements (ate lots of raw eggs) and died after the cancer had spread throughout her entire body while she refused any western medical advice. Despite all these negative experiences, I still follow alternative medicine suggestions as many are extremely valuable but I do not rule out any type of help out there and I don't think anyone who follows Mercola should either.

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Sunbow — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 15:48:38 GMT

Wow.....I continue to be amazed at the continuous exposure of harmful medical approaches used in our world. Dr. Mercola, I pray for you everyday for strength to forge this path you've so bravely walked....and sometimes jogged, I'm sure!

I was off and on anti-depressants most of my life and now am managing just peachy-keen on Omega 3, Calcium-Magnesium, Vitamin C and B's. Also, I've never been so spiritually connected before....I owe most of my health to this! Love you and your site.....keep those newsletters coming.

Sunny - Happy Granny of 4 Angels