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Selling Sickness: SSRIs & The Side Effects Buried By Pharma | Kim Witczak

Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark

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Pharmaceutical Influence on Mental Health Advocacy

This chapter examines the complex relationship between mental health organizations and pharmaceutical companies, revealing how advocacy efforts may inadvertently promote antidepressant use over emotional expression. It critiques the marketing tactics utilized by these companies and the concerning link between antidepressants and incidents of violence, while also highlighting the potential long-term side effects of such medications. The discussion advocates for greater transparency in pharmaceutical practices and encourages critical thinking among parents regarding the impact of early antidepressant prescriptions on young people.

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