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The Prevalence and Concerns of Psychotropic Medication Use
This chapter discusses the high prevalence of people taking stimulants and antidepressants, raising concerns about the reliance on mind-altering substances. It explores the downsides of these medications, such as emotional numbing and overprescription to marginalized groups. The speaker reflects on the initial excitement of psychopharmacology but notes that rates of depression and anxiety continue to rise despite increased access to these drugs.