Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Psychotropic Drugs Are Over-Prescribed

Overprescription of psychotropic medication by PCPs [Primary Care Physicians] has become a serious threat to public health, but has pushed Pharm revenue through the roof.  There is almost never a justification for the use of antipsychotic and anti-anxiety medication in primary care, but it is done all the time.

Allen Frances, M.D, "Saving Normal," pg.103


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