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Kennedy's Controversial Antidepressant Claims Ignite Health Debate

7/24/2025

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sparked controversy by linking antidepressants to addiction and school shootings. Meanwhile, a recent FDA panel on SSRIs and pregnancy faced criticism for minimizing perinatal depression. Experts warn that neglecting this condition can have dire consequences, underscoring the urgent need for effective, evidence-based treatments for mothers in distress.

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sparked controversy by linking antidepressants to addiction and school shootings. Meanwhile, a recent FDA panel on SSRIs and pregnancy faced criticism for minimizing perinatal depression. Experts warn that neglecting this condition can have dire consequences, underscoring the urgent need for effective, evidence-based treatments for mothers in distress.