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> I'm quite sure such "anti-depressants" (what a misnomer) had a lot more to do with the suicide than anything Penn or any other institution or individual could
by jarrett 13y ago
> I'm quite sure such "anti-depressants" (what a misnomer) had a lot more to do with the suicide than anything Penn or any other institution or individual could possibly have.
Are you basing this claim on the following study?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bupropion#cite_note-FDA-43 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bupropion#cite_note-FDA-43
I'm not taking a stand on whether that study's conclusions are correct or incorrect. I'm just seeking to clarify how you reached your conclusion.
Regarding that study, Wikipedia states that "Considered in isolation, [Wellbutrin] was not statistically different from placebo." Again, I won't judge the accuracy of Wikipedia's statement. I just wanted to point it out.
- joesmo 13y agoI'm basing it on the black box warning, personal experience, and the review of various patient cases both in person and (less so) anecdotal evidence online. FDA Warning (partial) (http://www.nami.org/Template.cfm?Section=About_Medications&template=/ContentManagement/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=7388 http://www.nami.org/Template.cfm?Section=About_Medications&t...): "In short-term studies, antidepressants increased the risk of suicidality in children, adolescents, and young adults when compared to placebo. Short-term studies did not show an increase in the risk of suicidality with antidepressants compared to placebo in adults beyond age 24. Adults age 65 and older taking antidepressants have a decreased risk of suicidality."
- daeken 13y agoAntidepressants don't make people have suicidal thoughts. They give people just enough energy and ability to execute on plans, which sometimes include suicide.