Posted by LizinManhattan on February 21, 2006, at 22:36:18
In reply to Re: Effexor and Children, posted by Racer on February 21, 2006, at 17:19:06
Hi,
I think what Racer said is all very true, both about getting proper medical attention and the reason Effexor has not been approved for use by anyone under 18. I am almost 28 now, but I began taking anti-depressants when I was 15. My brother began when he was 14. I'm not saying that to in some way prove they're safe for people under 18, just that it isn't as uncommon as one may think.
This board is a great site for information. Another good place is Dr. Ivan Goldberg's Depression Central:
http://www.psycom.net/depression.central.html
It isn't very user friendly, but has invaluable information.
I wish you both lots of luck. Your boyfriend is very lucky to have someone as concerned as you as his girlfriend.
Liz
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