http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2006/12/07/why-are-happy-people-prescribed-antidepressants.aspxTroy Dayton was first prescribed Wellbutrin 2 1/2 years ago, to help him quit smoking. But, long after he quit, he continues to take the antidepressant, because even though he was never depressed, it makes him feel happier. Psychiatrists warn that theenCommunityServer 2008.5 SP1 (Build: 31106.3070)http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2006/12/07/why-are-happy-people-prescribed-antidepressants.aspx#40815Tue, 08 Apr 2008 10:28:14 GMT24451277-a5aa-4add-96dc-64081bfd86fa:40815Julieanne<p>I just can't agree with this dogmatic approach. Much as I hate taking drugs of any kind, I have had to resort to antidepressants in the past, and they DO work. It takes about two weeks before they take effect.</p> <p>I &nbsp;am trying, right now, to cope without chemical help after an extreme family trauma, but it's hell. I do all the things recommended, including deep 'belly breathing', to no avail. I am certainly against unnecessary prescribing, but some of us need more help than others. Not all the time, just at times of severe stress. So lighten up. people!</p> <img src="http://articles.mercola.com/aggbug.aspx?PostID=40815" width="1" height="1">