Seen a bunch of posts here and other places over the years, regarding the taking of medication. Usually in relation to anxiety and/or depression. Many posters will say "Nothing to be embarrassed about, it's not forever", or "Don't be ashamed of yourself, it's only temporary". The underlying message is that medication is a temporary fix and then you can feel great for coming of it again.
It needs to be remembered that for many medication is a PERMANENT treatment. I, and many others, have various conditions that mean a life-long relationship with drugs. Due to the 'temporary' attitudes of many people, I spent years fighting against prescription drugs, feeling like the sooner I could come off them again, the more acceptable it was.
I know it is my issue to deal with, but please think about what you are saying. Each time someone says that there's nothing to be ashamed of in taking temporary medication, it could be suggesting to someone vulnerable that there is shame is taking medication permanently.
Personally, I'd rather be alive.
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to actually feeling really SHIT when people say "nothing to be ashamed of - it's only temporary"
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AliceInUnderpants · 16/07/2016 18:40
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