The sad fact about anti-depressants is they prolong depression for the average person who takes them. Yes, the average person recovers from depression without

The sad fact about anti-depressants is they prolong depression for the average person who takes them. Yes, the average person recovers from depression without anti-depressants, but taking anti-depressants stifles that. I can only theorize, so grain of salt, but I've noticed people who are on anti-depressants are less likely to work on their issues, improving and growing. Many get satisfied in that semi-depressed state. This might be why taking an anti-depressant can prolong depression.