![\"despair-psychiatric](\"https:\/\/www.transcend.org\/tms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/despair-psychiatric-drugs.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nNo blood, urine, or chemical imbalance exam can test for the presence of a mental disease or illness. Even x-rays or brain scans can\u2019t show the presence of a \u201cmental disorder.\u201d [[1<\/a>]<\/sup>] This leads many to believe that healthy patients have a great possibility of being diagnosed with supposed \u201cdisorders\u201d even if they are only displaying minor symptoms. Many of these symptoms include stress<\/a> and difficulty concentrating \u2014 issues that can often be chalked up as a natural response to everyday stress.<\/p>\n 2. The Psychiatric Industry is a $330 Billion Industry<\/strong><\/p>\n That\u2019s a huge number and many forces are at work to preserve and grow it. While most physicians are not mercenary in their approach to prescribing medications, there is an argument to be made for the possibility of a conflict of interest when it comes to the rise of psychiatric prescriptions. [[2<\/a>]<\/sup>]<\/p>\n 3. Worldwide, Over 100 Million People Take Psychiatric Drugs<\/strong><\/p>\n That seems like an astoundingly high number. What\u2019s going on that so many among us feel the need to be medicated? [[3<\/a>]<\/sup>]<\/p>\n 4. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: 23 Soldiers and Vets Commit Suicide Every Day<\/strong><\/p>\n The most shocking part of this statistic is that it exists despite the use of antidepressants. [[4<\/a>]<\/sup>] These suicides are often due to post-traumatic stress disorder coupled with the inability to cope with civilian life. [[5<\/a>]<\/sup>] So far, the solution has just been more psychiatric drugs.<\/p>\n 5. Worldwide, 17 Million Children Take Psychiatric Drugs<\/strong><\/p>\n To say that this is a dangerous epidemic is an understatement. Regulatory agencies in Europe, Australia, and the United States have issued warnings about the potential for anti-depressants to cause suicide or hostility and rage. [6<\/a>]<\/sup><\/p>\n 6. 10 Million of These Kids are in the United States<\/strong><\/p>\n That means the United States has 30% more children than the rest of the world on addictive stimulants<\/a>, antidepressants, and other mind-altering drugs. [7<\/a>]<\/sup> That\u2019s not a number one position to be proud of.<\/p>\n 7. FDA Warnings Have Been Issued for Ritalin and Concerta<\/strong><\/p>\n And they aren\u2019t alone, and other psychiatric stimulants have had similar warnings issued for their effects on children<\/a>. [8<\/a>]<\/sup> What\u2019s the problem? Well, for starters, these drugs may cause psychotic behavior, heart attack, stroke and sudden death. If that\u2019s not enough, add suicidal thoughts and inclinations toward violent behavior<\/a> to the list.<\/p>\n 8. Antidepressants Come With a Warning Label<\/strong><\/p>\n In 2004, the FDA finally ordered a \u201cblack box\u201d label on all antidepressants to warn of psychiatric drugs\u2019 increasing suicide risk in children and adolescents. Being an adult, however, doesn\u2019t guarantee safety. In 2006, the FDA increased the age to include young adults up to age of 25. [9<\/a>]<\/sup><\/p>\n 9. Children Five and Under Are the Fastest Growing Group Being Prescribed Antidepressants<\/strong><\/p>\n Think of all the kids under five you know \u2014 they\u2019re the target for these drugs. [10<\/a>]<\/sup> Now picture this, from 1995-1999, antidepressant use increased 580% in ages 6 years and younger. It grew 151% in the 7-12 age group during the same time period. [11<\/a>]<\/sup> Without action, it\u2019s only going to go up from there. Do you think children should take these drugs? Watch this video<\/a> and decide for yourself\u2026<\/p>\n 10. 10% of Teens Abuse Ritalin and Adderall<\/strong><\/p>\n That\u2019s according to a U.S. news report. [12<\/a>]<\/sup> No surprise, these drugs have a tendency to be highly addictive. [13<\/a>]<\/sup> Unfortunately, because kids are prescribed these drugs en masse, availability isn\u2019t much of an issue. They don\u2019t need to over to skid row to pick this stuff up.<\/p>\n 11. General Physicians Prescribe 70% of Psychotropic Drugs<\/strong><\/p>\n No offense to family practice physicians, but should they be the ones prescribing the majority of these mind medicines? [14<\/a>]<\/sup> Pragmatically, this statistic literally means that a majority of these drugs get used without a psychiatric evaluation to determine if they\u2019re necessary, appropriate, or safe.<\/p>\n 12. Some Reports Show Antidepressants are No Better than Placebo<\/strong><\/p>\n While published reports do show 94% effectiveness, taking a look at the total reports submitted to the FDA, only 50% reported positive outcomes. That being said, around 50% of patients would be better off taking a placebo. In addition, 31% of the 74 FDA-registered studies have never been published. [15<\/a>]<\/sup> Sound like a complicated number soup yet? It is, a 2009 analysis showed traditional pharmaceutical drugs yield inconsistent results. [16<\/a>]<\/sup><\/p>\n A Final Thought\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n While not everyone will succumb to the negative effects of psychiatric drugs, the risk of negative side effects cannot be ignored and should absolutely be thoroughly discussed and understood<\/a>. In some cases, natural remedies for mood support<\/a> may be a viable option. If you want to learn more about this insanity? You have to watch this video\u2026<\/p>\n The Marketing of Madness: The Truth about Psychotropic Drugs<\/strong><\/p>\n httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IgCpa1RlSdQ<\/p>\n Did any of these facts surprise you? Do you have an experience with psychiatric drugs? Leave a comment below and share your experience! <\/em><\/p>\n References:<\/strong><\/p>\n ___________________________<\/p>\n\n