Esme is back! This week, the Okayviuses discuss Selective Serotonin Uptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), the very common antidepressant that, for a variety of reasons, is the target of a lot of influencers and media members who make money by lying to their audiences. The Okayviuses are quick to acknowledge that the experience of going on SSRIs leaves a lot to be desired, but ultimately conclude that the experience is a lot better than the worst possible outcome for anyone who is suffering from depression.
Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions about depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised.
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Sources for this episode include:
- Serrano, Jody. "How to Separate the Facts About Antidepressants From Social Media Fiction." Lifehacker, Ziff Davis, 12 Aug. 2022, https://lifehacker.com/social-media-is-lying-to-you-about-antidepressants-1849404119
- Dickson, Ej. "Who Is the Psychiatrist Behind the Antidepressant Study Taking Over Right-Wing Media?" Rolling Stone, Penske Media Corporation, 30 July 2022, https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/ssri-right-wing-attack-joanna-moncrieff-1388067/
- Goldberg, Alyssa. "Trump, RFK Jr. Go After SSRIs in Executive Order. Here's How They Work." USA Today, 18 Feb. 2025, www.usatoday.com.
- Bendix, Aria. "RFK Jr. says he'll review SSRI use among kids — here’s what doctors say." NBC News, NBCUniversal Media, 21 Feb. 2025, https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/rfk-jr-ssri-antidepressants-children-doctors-risks-studies-rcna192722
- Cleveland Clinic. "SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors): Uses." Cleveland Clinic, 2025, https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/24795-ssri
- Cleveland Clinic. "Serotonin: What Is It, Function & Levels." 18 Mar. 2022, https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22572-serotonin
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