Courts have determined that informed consent for people who receive prescriptions for psychotropic (mood-altering) drugs must include the doctor providing “information about…possible side effects and benefits, ways to treat side effects, and risks of other conditions…” as well as, “information about alternative treatments.” Yet very often, psychiatrists ignore these requirements.
If you are taking these drugs, do not stop taking them based on what you read here. You could suffer serious withdrawal symptoms.
You should seek the advice and help of a competent medical doctor or practitioner before trying to come off any psychiatric drug. This is very important. Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) does not offer medical advice or referrals but provides the information in this publication as a public service in the interest of informed consent.
Cut through the marketing hype and misinformation and understand for yourself what these drugs are so you can make informed decisions.
Follow these links below to the booklets (downloadable in.pdf) which provide an easy-to-read reference and include the common side effects of psychotropic drugs, as well as available treatment alternatives.
LACK OF RESULTS IN PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH IN WASHINGTON STATE 