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Let Them Eat Prozac
The Unhealthy Relationship Between the Pharmaceutical Industry and Depression
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Examining the history and impact of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), the book delves into their development, marketing, and associated controversies. Initially hailed as breakthroughs for depression, SSRIs like Prozac have raised concerns, particularly regarding adverse effects such as agitation and suicidal tendencies in patients. Drawing on personal experience and research, the author highlights the deeper issues within the pharmaceutical industry, questioning the safety and efficacy of these widely prescribed medications for mental health.
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Let Them Eat Prozac, David Healy
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- 2006
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- Title
- Let Them Eat Prozac
- Subtitle
- The Unhealthy Relationship Between the Pharmaceutical Industry and Depression
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Healy
- Publisher
- New York University Press
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 351
- ISBN13
- 9780814736975
- Category
- Health / Medicine
- Description
- Examining the history and impact of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), the book delves into their development, marketing, and associated controversies. Initially hailed as breakthroughs for depression, SSRIs like Prozac have raised concerns, particularly regarding adverse effects such as agitation and suicidal tendencies in patients. Drawing on personal experience and research, the author highlights the deeper issues within the pharmaceutical industry, questioning the safety and efficacy of these widely prescribed medications for mental health.