- Mental health in America is declining, with only 31% of adults rating their mental health as “excellent” in 2022, down from 43% two decades prior. Antidepressant use is also widespread
- Research links antidepressants to increased risk of violent behavior, particularly in young adults. Drug manufacturers created the “Zoloft defense” strategy to protect themselves against legal repercussions from these cases
- Studies show antidepressants can cause emotional blunting and detachment. The FDA also requires black box warnings about side effects such as suicidal thoughts and aggressive behavior
- Specific SSRIs like Paxil and Luvox significantly increase your risk of violent behavior. Prozac is the most dangerous, raising aggressive behavior rates by up to 10.9 times
- Exercise has been shown to be 1.5 times more effective than antidepressants for mental health. Other recommended strategies include proper nutrition and vitamin D.
(The article also recommends EFT but there are better alternatives. Contact me for more data.)