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So if it numbs not just pain but your empathy feelings as well, could it also numb feelings like depression or anxiety? EDIT: After a quick search, the answer
by mtgx 9y ago
So if it numbs not just pain but your empathy feelings as well, could it also numb feelings like depression or anxiety?
EDIT: After a quick search, the answer seems to be yes?
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26357585 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26357585
http://time.com/3825042/tylenol-emotion-acetaminophen/ http://time.com/3825042/tylenol-emotion-acetaminophen/
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/12/091222154742.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/12/091222154742.h...
https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-superhuman-mind/201304/do-you-suffer-emotional-pain-or-anxiety-pop-tylenol https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-superhuman-mind/201...
- 55555 9y agoRelated: Opioids reduce feelings of loneliness.
- ficklepickle 9y agoI can attest to that. Please don't use them for this though. It can lead to a downward spiral, I went through that some years ago. Seek help, and keep seeking help. Mental health is neglected in our society, IMO.
- copperx 9y agoI don't think it's that neglected, but it's incredibly expensive even with a good insurance policy.