4 chapters across the catalog
Phoebe Prince Suicide, Pharmaceutical Industry Cover-up Claims
The 2010 suicide of Phoebe Prince is examined in the context of her prescribed use of Prozac and Seroquel. Claims are made that the anti-bullying narrative surrounding her death obscures the role of psychiatric medication side effects. The discussion notes that the FDA has previously issued warnings regarding antidepressants increasing suicidal ideation in teenagers.
Listener Greg Noblin shares a story about his girlfriend's long-term use of Seroquel as a sleep aid. He describes side effects such as muscle stiffness, dizziness, and impaired motor skills. The hosts reiterate their concerns about the over-prescription of powerful antipsychotics for minor issues like sleeplessness.
An anonymous psychiatric nurse provides a detailed report on the effects of Abilify and Seroquel. The nurse describes "jacked up" patients with bulging eyes and "burnt out" looks after years of high-dose treatment. The report also highlights the prevalence of these drugs among returning Marines, who are often prescribed a cocktail of five to seven different medications simultaneously.
Pharmaceutical Marketing, Abilify and Seroquel Side Effects
The hosts criticize a report suggesting low-dose Prozac for PMS and play back-to-back commercials for Abilify and Seroquel XR. They highlight the nearly identical, severe side effects listed in the ads, including death, stroke, and uncontrollable muscle movements. They argue that Big Pharma is rebranding powerful antipsychotics for mild depression to expand their market.
