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Why to Consider Before Using This Common Defense of Psych Meds

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One of the most common comparisons I hear in defense of psychiatric medication is that, “It’s just like insulin. You wouldn’t tell a diabetic to not take their insulin.” I understand the goal behind saying this; in the past, I said it myself.

The goal is to talk back to people who verbalize against taking psych meds. It is to remove shame from taking psychiatric medications by comparing it to a physical illness, like diabetes.

They take insulin to regulate their sugar, and we can take meds to regulate our moods. Why should it be any different? I get that, and taking medications for your mental health shouldn’t be stigmatized, but comparisons like this only cause invalidation for both groups.

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