tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post7524440445237497878..comments2013-06-29T14:58:37.109-06:00Comments on Musings from Baby Jail: Equal (Rant)Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592312983008232386noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post-12850341980611661372007-10-28T20:06:00.000-06:002007-10-28T20:06:00.000-06:00On the other hand, there are significant numbers o...On the other hand, there are significant numbers of people who do require medications. I'd love to see someone rationalize attempting to "wean" a diabetic off of insulin after a combined course of dietary therapy. <BR/><BR/>SSRIs, Trycyclics, MAOIs, Lithium, tranquilizers, these things ARE NOT "quick fixes". Nor are they trivial to perscribe, and nor is any of them necessarliy a particularly good fit for any one individual. Before prescribing any "anti-pressant", a patient should be refered to a specialist for evaluation.<BR/><BR/>GP: I'm sure your doctor was only upset because she didn't get a chance to monitor you coming off the meds, as there are all sorts of potential complications in coming off regular dosages, especially if you go cold turkey, and don't titrate the dosage down.<BR/><BR/>"Problems" come from external sources, "conditions" are what your body and biology conspire to create, and indeed, many of them are temporary. In those instances, it's appropriate to treat, and then carry on.<BR/><BR/>Other issues aren't so simple. <BR/><BR/>It really pisses me off that in the 21st century, that issues like care for mental health still carry so much stigma, and that people who have serious problems will suffer untreated because so many people want to see themselves as "Strong" and "Empowered" for overcoming their percieved weakness. Or indeed that vocal people will voice their perceptions and predjuices so loudly to accomplish the same thing.<BR/><BR/>Generalized and Social Anxiety Disorders are REAL. It is NOT just being bookish and shy, it's seeking refuge in a book because your real life is something you are trying to escape from. It's shaking in your pants because you don't know anyone in the room, and you're petrified you are going to make a mistake, and reveal to everyone that you're a clueless noob. <BR/><BR/>Introvert and Extrovert aren't just simple labels. They are scales, and too far either direction. And one of the most annoying things is when these things need their closest examination... The onset of puberty is when many genetic linked behavioral issues manifest... yes, the sacred under-18s. the magic cultural indicator of "adulthood" is completely irrelevant to the biochemistry of the brain.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post-41589888375791144722007-10-23T16:13:00.000-06:002007-10-23T16:13:00.000-06:00I agree that the medication issues are getting out...I agree that the medication issues are getting out of control, especially for kids under 18 who may be a bit 'eccentric' nothing wrong with that. <BR/><BR/>but meds likely saved my life. sometimes it's just chemicals making you crazy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post-64406312907794204352007-10-22T12:45:00.000-06:002007-10-22T12:45:00.000-06:00You need to accept the fact that many people would...You need to accept the fact that many people would rather have an instant fix for their problems, whether it be a weight loss pill or Paxil, rather than take the time to deal with an issue in the right way. It's not only the doctors that are the problem but also the patients. The emergency rooms are filled with people who have a sniffle and want some sort of drugs instead of waiting the three whole days until they get better. The drug companies wouldn't be so able to sell these drugs if patients weren't going to their doctor and saying " I feel sad, can you give me something for it?" <BR/><BR/>I am not saying that drugs aren't helpful in some cases. I just think that it shouldn't be the first thing people reach for.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post-56132415931292376992007-10-21T23:03:00.000-06:002007-10-21T23:03:00.000-06:00I completely agree with what you've said. I'll go ...I completely agree with what you've said. <BR/><BR/>I'll go one further to say that yes, medications can help, however, they should be used in combination with counselling and/or therapy. <BR/><BR/>There is a large number of people who can be weaned off once they are able to deal with the overwhelming aspects of their depression/anxiety or other issue, that aren't. They are given the medication, which treats the symtoms, not the base line issues.<BR/><BR/>That's not to say that there aren't people who need to be medicated full time, but to say, more importantly, that there are people who don't!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17132634235303525886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post-17536707510491544682007-10-21T22:43:00.000-06:002007-10-21T22:43:00.000-06:00I am totally with you honey! I was on anti-depress...I am totally with you honey! I was on anti-depressants after my daughter's birth for about a year and then I decided to get off them. By that time was back to my "normal" self. Yeah my doctor did not like it that I did it without telling her first but she got over it. The only drug I take on a semi regular basis is Tylenol and that's only because of my wicked headaches. Otherwise I prefer to deal with my problems by reasoning them out. It doesn't work all the time but hey I don't want to be apathetic. Otherwise my daughter's birthday party today would have been a whole lot blander.<BR/><BR/>Okay I guess I needed to rant too! Thank you for listening if you so choose to!greypantherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14379148220099170581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post-90017172377539396432007-10-21T16:47:00.000-06:002007-10-21T16:47:00.000-06:00Amazing how these people are willing to ruin peopl...Amazing how these people are willing to ruin people's lives under the pretense of helping.Goodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17383404429461423998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11256222.post-54179799195079011152007-10-21T13:18:00.000-06:002007-10-21T13:18:00.000-06:00Hear hear.Hear hear.Cori Quite Contraryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11498867666147039149noreply@blogger.com