Posted by SLS on September 18, 2015, at 16:38:57
In reply to Re: Young people on SSRI's commit more crimes?, posted by Hello321 on September 18, 2015, at 15:42:11
> I have never had an antidepressant reduce my desire to take care of myself, despite occasional episodes of suicidal ideations.
I would add that when an antidepressant makes me feel worse, I am less functional and therefore have difficulties taking care of myself, even though I still want to. When an antidepressant makes me feel better, my sense of wellbeing and desire to take care of myself increase tremendously.
I guess the point is: it is difficult to make sweeping generalizations about mental illness and its treatment.
I admire your courage and persistence in helping to explore an important issue. I hope you don't feel attacked personally.
- ScottSome see things as they are and ask why.
I dream of things that never were and ask why not.- George Bernard Shaw
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