Hi Dr Peterson, do you believe that anti-depressants are being over prescribed? Obviously some people have genuine chemical imbalances and no apparent catalyst in their lifestyle for depression, but do you think there is an implicit tenancy in medicine to diagnose all sufferers in this way, and not look deeper into the cause? What can be said for, instead, encouraging and assisting the individual to address the pitfalls in their life which are likely to be exacerbating their condition - such as poor diet and lack of exercise, disdain for their job, and so on?
P.s - I know that you are unlikely to, but please don't let the negativity and continued criticism, by close minded people, dissuade you from continuing with your work. You're doing a fantastic job and you are genuinely making a positive impact on thousands of people's lives.
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Hi Dr Peterson, do you believe that anti-depressants are being over prescribed? Obviously some people have genuine chemical imbalances and no apparent catalyst in their lifestyle for depression, but do you think there is an implicit tenancy in medicine to diagnose all sufferers in this way, and not look deeper into the cause? What can be said for, instead, encouraging and assisting the individual to address the pitfalls in their life which are likely to be exacerbating their condition - such as poor diet and lack of exercise, disdain for their job, and so on?
P.s - I know that you are unlikely to, but please don't let the negativity and continued criticism, by close minded people, dissuade you from continuing with your work. You're doing a fantastic job and you are genuinely making a positive impact on thousands of people's lives.
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