For anyone reading this and considering seeking help: There is a strong anti-psychiatry movement online following in the footsteps of the anti-vax movement.
Please ignore it. If you have concerns about your mental health, please don’t hesitate to contact a medical professional. Note that medications are not the only approach to treatment, although we have decades of evidence showing that they do show benefit in helping many people as part of their journey toward better mental health. However, plenty of people have great success with therapy-only if that’s your preference. The most important thing is to try to make progress, try different treatment modalities, and see what works for you.
Please ignore it. If you have concerns about your mental health, please don’t hesitate to contact a medical professional. Note that medications are not the only approach to treatment, although we have decades of evidence showing that they do show benefit in helping many people as part of their journey toward better mental health. However, plenty of people have great success with therapy-only if that’s your preference. The most important thing is to try to make progress, try different treatment modalities, and see what works for you.