DD almost 16 and been in the CAMHS system for 2.5 years for low mood, anxiety and self-harm, we're now v close to getting on the medication train as she has tried everything else and feels worse than ever. But now I've found this major study and almost can't believe it:
www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2022/jul/no-evidence-depression-caused-low-serotonin-levels-finds-comprehensive-review
And the Guardian's take on it:
www.theguardian.com/society/2022/jul/20/scientists-question-widespread-use-of-antidepressants-after-survey-on-serotonin
It's sertraline that DD is about to be prescribed, but looking at these studies it seems to be a total stab in the dark guess as to whether she – and thousands of others! – actually have low serotonin at all. In which case, what's the flipping point?! I've not told her I've found this as I worry it would just make her despair and give up hope. She's not thrilled about the prospect of going on meds, but just wants to feel better (obviously!) and the balance was tipping in favour of them... until now. What do people think?
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Child mental health
"No evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels"
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stealersmealdeal · 23/12/2022 13:12
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