zer0netgain wrote:
They are prescribed way too readily and not enough medical supervision is applied to those on the drugs to watch out for these known side effects.
It's the same way there's a lot of drugs for depression, and a known side effect is that they can make the patient worse and lead to suicide. Sounds like the drug should only be prescribed in the worst of cases, not as a way for anyone with depression to try and cope.
Absolutely. The patient is told to inform their doctor about negative side effects they may be experiencing, but is also told that there is an adjustment period of discomfort before the effects of the medication can be accurately assessed.
Most psychiatrists would have no issue prescribing amphetamines for depression or ADHD, and then prescribing a "sleep aid" to help the patient sleep through the night.