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- vic42482, on 05/15/2008, -7/+45"Illegal Drugs 17,000" - yet 0 from marijuana
- Jimmyb207, on 05/15/2008, -10/+34ADHD is probably the most over diagnosed disorder ever and I believe it is a fraud. What it is, is that kids can no longer behave like kids without inconveniencing and annoying intolerant parents and school staff. As soon as a kid yells out or has a problem sitting still or jumps around or is obsessed with a computer game or anything else that KIDS do, intolerant parents (usually step parents - so beware) and shcool staff think that there is something wrong with them. Kids have always behaved this way!! It's become so pathetic. Allow kids to act like kids and this problem will go away.
- aguita, on 05/15/2008, -3/+21Like it has been said, it's over diagnosed and in most cases fraud. While I believe there are legitimate cases, like anything else, it's over diagnosed.
OMG! You move your legs when you sleep! You have restless legs syndrome!
OMG! You daydream? Fidget? You must have ADHD!
OMG! You're sad sometimes? You need anti-depressants!
Give me a break. It's all about money, and prescription drugs will only be about money. They could care less if you have the problem or not as long as you buy. - gtluke, on 05/15/2008, -0/+13meh
the condition exists. i was diagnosed with it (ADD, no hyper) when i was like 8, i'm almost 30 now. this was before the ADD craze.
I truly have a problem paying attention and sometimes it gets really bad. they gave me ridilin for medication but i stopped taking it after a year or two because it actually hampered some of my problem solving and math skills. without the medication i would zone out, bad. but during those zone outs i could recall and complete complex tasks in my head. helping with math, but killing me while trying to "learn"
now that i'm a lot older i just learn to deal with it, take a lot of notes when people are talking, and use my disability aka gift to my advantage.
i really got saved in high school where they had a special program for people who really needed small classes to learn. i also got very skilled teachers who were attuned to my ridiculousness. - DelayedEraser, on 05/15/2008, -0/+12what about him? cars are dangerous as all hell and lots of sober skilled drivers kill each other too. unless you can show with statistics that pot increases the frequency of accidents – like you can for alcohol quite easily – it doesn't mean anything. What about the guy who ate some brussel sprouts before he got in his car accident? doesn't mean a damn thing
- inactive, on 05/15/2008, -1/+13at least they aren't smokin that dope, that wacky weed, i hear that ***** makes you try like harder drugs and ***** babble babble drone
- granolajoe, on 05/15/2008, -1/+12I still remember how my brother (at 9 years old) went from being an energetic, enthusiastic little kid to a withdrawn, paranoid and sometimes delusional stranger when my mother had him on Adderall. Thankfully, he fought to quit on his own and my mother eventually gave up. Despite his behavioral issues from time to time, I preferred his belligerence and loudness over his depressive alter ego on medication.
- lucidguru, on 05/15/2008, -15/+31This doctor is wrong about ADHD. He is talking about a subject that he doesn't know enough about. Neurologists specialize in nervous system disorders, including diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. A psychiatrist, on the other hand, specializes in treating mental disorders, and would have been a much better doctor to quote about ADHD. There are a lot of peer-reviewed papers clearly showing that ADHD is a legitimate mental disorder, and that stimulants help treat the symptoms. Besides the problem is not going to be solved by ELIMINATING prescription drugs, it's going to be solved by creating safer and more effective prescription drugs that have fewer side effects. Drugs help make peoples lives better and they are here to stay.
- skored, on 05/15/2008, -0/+9sad but not surprising considering the study that came out today: "Study: More than 50% of Americans on prescription meds" http://www.wxvt.com/Global/story.asp?S=8321054&nav ...
- DelayedEraser, on 05/15/2008, -0/+9similarly, some people are genuinely depressed – they have problems staying motivated and feeling alive, and it can get really bad, and they really need help. the problem is that now, at the smallest onset of the "symptoms" of ADD or depression, people are immediately diagnosed (misdiagnosed in probably about 99% of cases) and medicated.
- markus941, on 05/15/2008, -2/+12Where are the commercials on TV for this, like the "weed makes you kill a a friend" PSA's?
- Uglakaa, on 05/15/2008, -1/+9I believe we are too quick to pop a pill to treat symptoms, and symptoms of symptoms rather than understanding and fixing the true cause of a problem or illness. And often times we don't want to face what the real problem is because it will mean a change to our life style or having to give up something we enjoy.
- MrEddy, on 05/15/2008, -3/+12Not the slightest bit surprising. Prescription drugs are nothing more than legalized drug dealers.
Doesn't mean prescription drugs don't have a good use. But, people need more information so they can see whats going on. - Metman, on 05/15/2008, -0/+7While I agree with you that it is over-diagnosed. Your comment - "can no longer behave like kids without inconveniencing and annoying intolerant parents and school staff" I find disturbing. Firstly, we have created a culture that uses 'children' as a form of fear mongering. I think effects of this can been seen in legislation and in the way schools currently handle our children.
I have a 10 yr old as well as a 3 yr old nephew who have been 'diagnosed' with ADD and are being considered by the mother to be medicated for this condition. Before I go on, let me state the these wonderful young men exhibit no symptoms of ADD while in my care. They can focus for hours on end playing video game, legos or even homework and household chores. Although when they are in the presence of either their mother or their grandmother they are suddenly uncontrollable brats who refuse to listen to what is being asked of them, with one exception - if they are in my home. Now I certainly know of people who have ADD, including adults. I believe it is a condition that exists, but all too often labeled on children and adults who simply lack self-control or self-discipline. A former boyfriend of my sister-in-law, whose children I am referring, once asked me if I had fun putting the kids to bed at their appointed bed time. I responded that they were in fact no trouble at all. I tucked them in and turned off the light regularly without incident. Puzzled he continued to question me about various scenarios where they had epic battles of wills with these two kids. So I began to take notice of how things were different in my house then in theirs. Right away one thing became amazingly apparent. When I punished these kids for not listening they went to their room. A room with no TV, no video games, no phone and no toys. Basically a room with a bed and a dresser - our guest bedroom. Unlike their room at home full of stuff to do.Of course, at first there were 'discussions' about the punishment but very quickly they simply accepted the consequences for their actions if rules were broken. Another major difference was that the 10yr old in particular discovered if he could get him mom to laugh after being in trouble the punishment was either shortened or neglected. The younger brother figured out if he screamed and carried on long enough - mom would simply give in. In my house if you did the crime, you did your time - NO exceptions. Every boundaries we drew for these kids had consequence for their being crossed. At first, I was known as "Mean Uncle Marc" but soon when oldest nephew started dealing with issues, be it from school or questions regarding his father who is non-existent - he came to me. He respects me, not for being some hard ass but I believe that he realizes I am looking out for his best interests and more importantly lessons on becoming a young man. - Hetman, on 05/15/2008, -0/+7I have seen one. There is a drug dealer and he is like kids do not even come around anymore. All they have to do is look in there bathroom cabinets etc. I will try to find the link but I have seen at least one.
- DelayedEraser, on 05/15/2008, -0/+6it's not "harmless" but it's also not a killer. it is certainly less harmful/addictive/both than alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, saturated fat or any of the other legally sanctioned habits.
- izackcarson, on 05/15/2008, -0/+6I knew someone who dealt in college and then went on to become a pharamceutical rep after graduation. While I'm sure her story is not typical, I find it good to keep in mind when examining the drug industry.
- StevieJanowski, on 04/02/2009, -3/+13I wonder how many of the suicides are also related to prescription drugs. I know some can be tied to anti-depresents
- beachtrader, on 05/15/2008, -1/+7No its not. Prove it. Oh, that's right, this is Digg. You can make factual misrepresentations all the time and they are taken as gospel...
- inactive, on 05/15/2008, -1/+7how does it make sense that perscription drugs, and drugs used during surgeries kill thousands and thousands of people a month
and weed has killed what? no one? ever?
and its illegal while the others arent.. - jquipp, on 05/15/2008, -7/+13would appear to be an epidemic. Problem is the drug companies virtually control the doctors ... most medical training is funded by RX.
- SpectralSounds, on 05/15/2008, -0/+7Who doesn't love oxycontin, dilaudid, norcos, and fentanyl patches?
All joking aside, I used to be addicted to opiates and kicking that habit is not much fun. The withdrawals are pretty far away from being pleasant. - clclark33, on 05/15/2008, -0/+6That would be classified as a traffic-related death. We are talking dying specifically because of the the drugs or marijuana.
- louiebaur, on 05/15/2008, -0/+6That doesn't surprise me there are allot of pill poppers out there
- justz00t, on 05/15/2008, -1/+6Give me school choice and I will show you smaller class sizes.
- DeFex, on 05/15/2008, -2/+6This shows that the fight for freedom is successful!
these companies are now have the FREEDOM to kill or maim you with no concequences.
Profit > life - Metman, on 05/15/2008, -0/+4We have a pill to fix your condition. Submit now or be diagnosed as a 'free radical'.
- duk0r, on 05/15/2008, -0/+4You do know that there are other methods to consuming Marijuana other then smoking it (Vaporizer, THC Strips, Eating, etc..)? Smoking is essentialy the cheapest and most convenient way to get it in your system.
Suicides? Could you please cite your sources? I can speak from experience. I had a roommate that was suicidal and had major depression problems. Everyday after work I would smoke her up, thus easing her depression and suicidal thoughts. She now has a smoke every time she is having a "episode" to calm herself down.
However, I do understand that different chemicals have adverse effects on different people. But from what I have seen in the past, it helps with most depression issues more then anything.
Look, if you smoke a joint and it makes you depressed. You probably wouldn't smoke anymore, plain and simple. Thats why I don't drink, it makes me depressed. I don't understand the drug war logic of people sometime. The logic of: "You can't think for yourself, you cant decide what you can or can't put in your body. Let us make that decision for you." Sad really. - xerox, on 05/15/2008, -2/+6Proof or it didn't happen.
- duk0r, on 05/15/2008, -1/+5How is that a related death as a direct result from Marijuana?
It was that persons PERSONAL CHOICE to get in their car and drive while impaired. It's not like he smoked a joint, got in his car and later died from marijuana positioning causing his car to wreck into some one else. That just isn't going to happen. - bbqsalad, on 05/15/2008, -0/+3I was in hospital for 6 weeks after having massive chest surgurys. After being on dilaudid for almost the entire time then coming home and needing oxycontin for a few months trying to get back to normal and sober was like going through hell. Even to this day I miss the drugs greatly. But glad I was able to get off them. It really is legal heroin. And abusing it is all too easy once you understand the feelings you get after taking more than prescribed.
- huckdizz, on 05/15/2008, -0/+4How does one die from "infertility"?
- AmnioticEntity, on 05/15/2008, -0/+3conspiracy: not enough kids are stealing their parents drugs - so this commercial was made.
http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=4WLEwRdi0QU
http://www.theantidrug.com/DRUG_INFO/prescription_ ...
http://www.theantidrug.com/DRUG_INFO/transcript-dr ...
Well, next time something goes south with your kids don’t look at me, man. Ain’t my problem. I didn’t do it. I wish I did! - clclark33, on 05/15/2008, -2/+6ADHD is indeed over diagnosed. If you think a kid has trouble with his attention span, sit him down in front of GTA IV or Halo 3 and just see how long he can sit there and pay attention without getting up to do anything else.
- Tyfud, on 05/15/2008, -0/+3You misunderstood what the neurologist said about ADHD. He didn't claim there was a mis-diagnosing, or that ADHD prescriptions shouldn't be given out. What he said is that because of what's contained in that prescription, it creates a cascading effect of unhealthy combinations of prescriptions, which *will* create a heavy dependency on drugs from a very young age.
You could also extend that out to say that someone who's used to taking the amount of medications that an average ADHD child must, would become accustomed to this process, and continue adding more and more to their list of prescriptions they must take. - Dumbledorito, on 05/15/2008, -2/+6Give teachers smaller class sizes and better discipline tools (i.e. punishments that the administration won't overturn because it'll cost the district attendence money) and we'll talk.
- SkippyDoorknob, on 05/15/2008, -0/+3I guess you never heard the recording.
- DrDigg, on 05/15/2008, -0/+3What are you talking about? Medical training is almost completely funded by the government. PS I don't get any money from the pharm companies, only crappy pens that ruin my lab coats. Oh and the occasional pad of paper and crappy lunch.
- budser, on 05/15/2008, -0/+420,000 sexual behavior deaths...Can anyone break this down for me? I can understand STD's, but infertility? Never heard of that killing anyone.
- JergoR, on 05/15/2008, -1/+4I smoke my weed with a filter. no carcinogens. ^_^
- stopthistrain, on 05/15/2008, -0/+3I'll agree that some doctors try to throw pills at people. But I still feel some of this is our society's fault. Everyone wants a quick fix. Instead of really changed your eating habits, why not just take lipitor. Patients want the drugs. People ask for them. I'm not saying doctors and pharma aren't really at fault, but that we have to take some blame.
Everyone in this society wants a quick high, a quick fix, everything has to be now now now, everything has to be made simpler. So this is what we're left with. People abusing drugs (either hard or prescribed), looking for quick remedies, and not ever really dealing with their problems or life's situations.
So this sure isn't surprising. - displaced1, on 05/15/2008, -0/+4Normally I would have a lot to say about something medically related, but this just sucks. Not much that can be done besides hiding the prescription drugs or taking something with less "fun" side effects.
On a side note, patients who come in after smoking marijuana have never given me a problem, hell they are kind of funny. But ***** who come in after taking cocaine or extremely drunk are terrible. Nothing gets my blood pumping faster than having to retrain one of those two as they try and swing at me. Then keeping them restrained so they don't try and escape and hurt someone else. Less money should be spent on marijuana related issues and more on damn near everything else. Well, not much will be done with just a post on digg. - DrDigg, on 05/15/2008, -0/+2That would be nearly impossible to tell. People on anti-depressents are by defination more likely to be suicidal.
The best study to date would be the recent CDC study which shows a dramatic increase in teen suicide when SSRI usuage was restricted by black box warnings.
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?art ...
But you are right there are other medications associated with suicide. - captZEEbo, on 05/15/2008, -0/+2http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrZLc9lqQM0
- karrtoon, on 05/15/2008, -0/+2I was misdiagnosed with a.d.d., had all kinds of heart palpitations from taking the adderrall that was prescribed. Loved it at first.. as it made me interested in the most boring tasks. But It triggered panic attacks in me, and I just didn't feel like myself. I finally realized that if something is boring in my life, such as my job, etc, I had find something that truly interested me..
- captZEEbo, on 05/15/2008, -0/+2it's harmful, but so is soda, ice cream, red meat, alcohol, etc, etc, etc, etc. It's relatively harmless compared to what else you can legally get.
- drastik21, on 05/15/2008, -1/+6What about the cop that called 911and told the operator that he and wife were dead because they ate weed brownies.
- Avor, on 05/15/2008, -0/+2You can call for insanely strict and long testing, however, people which the medication could help will be "hurt" then. Yes, the FDA does approve some drugs that, 5 years down the road, we find it causes serious side effects. There are even some good drugs that do not make it through the FDA. You can lock up drugs in testing forever so they never see the light of day, or you can release every drug that passes by. Either end of the spectrum is a bad choice, and the FDA plays in the middle ground.
You make it sound as if we are flooded with medication that is actively harmful to everyone that takes it - ALL medication is that way if taken incorrectly. This article isn't about the correct usage of drugs killing people, it is about using legit medication in an abusive manner. - guyincognitoo, on 05/15/2008, -0/+2Some depressed people are too depressed to do anything, including the planning and following through of a suicide. When these people take the anti-depressant drug they get better, but it goes slowly. At the beginning of treatment, they will still be depressed, but feel well enough to follow through with their suicide. Hence all of the warnings.
- DrDigg, on 05/15/2008, -0/+2Don't trust a random digg commentor spurting unsubstantiated b.s.
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