Radically Genuine with Dr Roger Mcfillin
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Episode 117. The Power of the Placebo Response in Mental Health
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Informed Consent for Antidepressants: What You Should Know
Current informed consent process is inadequate: Patients often sign documents without understanding the risks and benefits.
10 key points for true informed consent:
Limited long-term safety data: Most studies last only 6-8 weeks, while many patients take the drugs for years.
Depression as a construct, not a disease: No biological target for the drugs, suggesting they may address symptoms rather than cure the underlying cause.
6-month remission rate without treatment: Majority of depressive episodes resolve naturally within 6 months.
No clinically relevant advantage over placebo: The drug's effect may be largely due to the placebo effect.
Increased suicide risk: Taking the drug doubles the risk of suicidal thoughts compared to placebo.
Permanent sexual dysfunction: A potential side effect.
Worsening depression and other adverse reactions: A range of negative effects are possible.
Individualized experience: Depression is unique, requiring a deeper understanding beyond simply prescribing medication.
Therapies as a safer and potentially more effective alternative: Less risk and potentially greater long-term benefits.
Emotional numbing is not an antidepressant effect: Blunted emotions, often presented as positive by some doctors, have negative consequences.
Remember: Informed consent is your right. Demand clear and honest information about the risks and benefits of antidepressants before making a decision.
@taperclinic Dr. Josef WittDoerring Antidepressant nearly ruined my marriage
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