> If it's just the symptom, who cares, as long as the drugs help people?
Because for many, these symptoms are not adequately addressed through more conservative means. There are numerous ways to attack an unusual disposition that do not involve medication -- exercising, weight loss, meditation, psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, rectifying family issues, finding a job. Many of these options are not adequately pursued. I have never seen a psychiatrist refer a patient to see a psychologist or a cognitive behavioral therapist, and they have no incentive to really.
Because for many, these symptoms are not adequately addressed through more conservative means. There are numerous ways to attack an unusual disposition that do not involve medication -- exercising, weight loss, meditation, psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, rectifying family issues, finding a job. Many of these options are not adequately pursued. I have never seen a psychiatrist refer a patient to see a psychologist or a cognitive behavioral therapist, and they have no incentive to really.