Posted by James K on February 11, 2006, at 1:11:57
In reply to Re: Overuse of antipsychotics, posted by Phillipa on February 10, 2006, at 20:25:37
I think the answer is yes, they are overprescribed. I also thought the ssri's were overprescribed when they were introduced. I gained 20 pounds on Zyprexa and may have been experiencing pre-diabetic symptoms. Stopping was one of the best things I have done for myself in years. The problem is, I'm one the persons who has to be on medication. I'm just too much of a danger to myself or others when I'm not. At least lately, or sometimes. A psychiatrist is going to have to be pretty persuasive to get me back on even low dosages of seraquel or risperdal. Because as it stands right now, no way. I will be starting from scratch soon with a new doctor and drug program, and I really hope we can work together this time.
James K
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