The simplistic answer is no: there is not enough evidence to definitely conclude that these medications directly contribute to these types of deaths. The more complex answer is probably. There is enough anecdotal and clinical evidence, as well as some research that does indicate that horrific events may be at least partially attributed to […]
Depression in Adolescents and Young Adults
Diagnosing and treating depression in the late adolescent/early adult period can be complicated and confusing. Research models provide some important data, but the research has to be interpreted through proper clinical acumen. The DSM system has given us guidelines to diagnosis, but in this age group, as in others, many patients don’t fit cleanly […]
What is “clinical depression”
The term “clinical depression” is commonly used these days to indicate a more serious depressive state. It is a phrase that is not well defined and that may be used with various meanings. It is therefore important to understand what this term may mean and what are the possible ramifications of its common […]
Emotional Wellness in University Students
Mental health of university students has been a recent issue of concern. The use of campus counseling and mental health services has increased dramatically over the past ten years. There has been a growing tendency, especially in students coming from the United States, for students to have received diagnoses, and medication, but to […]
The Northern University Illinois Shooting: Over Reliance on Medication May Cause Death
The headlines seemed to say it all. A top student recently stopped taking his medication, became irritable and killed five other students. Another tragedy caused by non-compliance with highly effective mental health treatment. On further investigation a more complex picture emerges. Steven Kazmierczak had serious emotional difficulties since high school, and was treated at both […]
Why 20 innocent school children are dead
School shootings are happening with alarming and devastating frequency. Each times explanations are sought, but no answers are found. Important, though superficial, aspects, such as the obvious lack of gun control, possible bullying, or mental illness are often pointed to, yet fail to really elucidate the fundamental causes that may lead to a person needing […]