Depression, SSRIs and Self-Advocacy
Patient self-advocacy, combined with a serious intent to do what it takes to get well, is always at the root of successful health outcomes.
Patient self-advocacy, combined with a serious intent to do what it takes to get well, is always at the root of successful health outcomes.
Patient: “I have an earache.” Doctor: 2000 BC “Here, eat this root.” 1000 AD “That root is heathen, say this prayer.” 1850 AD “That prayer is superstitious, drink this potion.” 1940 AD “That potion is snake oil, swallow this pill.” 1985 AD “That pill is ineffective, take this antibiotic.” 2000 AD “That antibiotic is artificial.…