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Elon Musk's Antidepressant Claims Spark Psychiatrist's Response

1/30/2025

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Elon Musk's assertion that antidepressants are "overprescribed" in the U.S. faces scrutiny from psychiatrist Mark Olfson. He emphasizes that while therapy may suit some, many suffering from severe depression still lack essential treatment. Notably, antidepressant prescriptions surged from 29.2 million to 32.1 million between 2018 and 2022, highlighting a growing need for mental health support.

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Elon Musk's assertion that antidepressants are "overprescribed" in the U.S. faces scrutiny from psychiatrist Mark Olfson. He emphasizes that while therapy may suit some, many suffering from severe depression still lack essential treatment. Notably, antidepressant prescriptions surged from 29.2 million to 32.1 million between 2018 and 2022, highlighting a growing need for mental health support.