Posted by laima on February 20, 2007, at 9:48:46
In reply to Re: Are we culturally primed to expect too much?, posted by bulldog2 on February 20, 2007, at 9:37:47
Tricky question, do we expect to much from medications. Perhaps, sometimes? Not always. Depends what one asks. Feeling like a euphoric million bucks every single day isn't realistic or normal, but depression isn't normal either. A normal life will have ups and downs. I really like my own doctor's philosophy, because it seems balanced and realistic: "medications are a powerful and valuable tool- when they work, don't squander the opportunity, or expect them to make up for terrible lifestyle choices. Examine your sleeping, eating, and other habits. Look at stress. Watch the alcohol, get exercise, be sure to have some fun". etc.
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