America Out Loud PULSE

America Out Loud PULSE


The hidden risks of psychiatric medications: a critical perspective

August 26, 2025

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Mary Talley Bowden – Approximately 14% of Americans, with a higher prevalence among women (18%), are currently taking antidepressants. This widespread use, particularly among children, is alarming, as the medications can lead to physical dependence, making discontinuation difficult. Dr. Witt-During attributes the rising prescription rates to a carefully crafted...