(February 22, 2013 at 6:30 pm)Rhythm Wrote: Yep, every ache and pain, every weird tick of the head, even if I don't say anything about it the thought immediately springs to mind "its the meds".
It's not, of course.
I wonder when exactly the negative value judgement on medical treatment for psychiatric problems began anyway (and why - and why it holds traction even with me when I know it's complete bullshit....)?
Well there has been some pretty questionable treatment of psychosis in the past. Electroshock, restraints, lobotomies, heavy duty doses of sedatives - basically shit to remove you as a problem to other people rather than to help you get some control so you can live your life better. So a little paranoia is justified. Of course modern, more patient friendly meds are another matter and we should all be glad they are available now.
