Posted by Glydin on March 30, 2008, at 8:08:47
In reply to Inductive versus Deductive Reasoning, posted by SLS on March 30, 2008, at 6:49:34
> We here at Psycho-Babble might be doing ourselves harm by assuming we understand enough about the brain and pharmacology to choose drugs for each other. Arrogance plus ignorance can be a lethal combination.
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~~~ It's my belief that *most* users of messages boards and, specifically, internet resources are discerning and are aware of the complex variables in treatment choices. From my observation, I think suggestions are usually greeted with: "Hmmm, that's interesting and may merit more thought...." IMO, an appropriate response.I think there are a select few whos thought processes don't appear to fall into being "gray" enough to allow for the ability to: "Take it for what's it's worth, your YMMV..." Those folks are concerning to me but I think have have concluded sometimes there issues at play that really are bigger than finding a treatment plan.
In my own mind, I did not believe in the effectiveness of my treament until it WAS effective. I agree it could be harmful to believe we know what drugs are choices for others.
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