The Matt Walsh Show Ep. 1539 - Democrats Have Entered Panic Mode As RFK Sets Out To Make America Healthy Again
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Feb 19, 2025 The podcast dives into RFK Jr.'s new role as HHS Secretary, sparking discussions on the scrutiny of psychiatric drugs, especially antidepressants. Trump’s controversial IVF executive order also faces criticism. A bizarre Ohio law suggests men should only have sex to conceive, highlighting the absurdity of some political stances. The show questions SSRIs' efficacy and emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes of distress. It also critiques ethical dilemmas surrounding IVF and the fate of embryos, encouraging a rethink on the sanctity of life.
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Flawed SSRI Trials
- SSRI clinical trials weren't truly double-blind, as side effects revealed who took the real drug.
- This questions whether improvements resulted from the drug or the placebo effect.
Placebo Effect and Rising Depression
- Research suggests the placebo effect accounts for most, if not all, SSRI benefits.
- Despite this, SSRI prescriptions have skyrocketed while depression rates continue rising.
Debunking the Serotonin Myth
- A prominent medical journal admitted no link exists between low serotonin and depression.
- Despite this, the chemical imbalance theory persists, hindering honest discussion about depression.