Prozac Options

Well, my girlfriend's psychiatrist prescribed her Prozac. She definitely doesn't seem depressed at all. She doesn't think so either. She's one of the happiest people I know. Anyway, I read up on Prozac, and it sounds dangerous. Does anyone know what the effects of Prozac are on a person who is not depressed? Thanks!

I don't beleive there are any seperate side effects other than those normally experienced. She will not overdose on happiness. I have to ask what the reason the psychiatrist prescribed the prozac was?

It is used to treat other issues besides depression. Many of the same drugs used for depression are also used for bi-polar, ocd, or schizophrenia.
In any case if she doesn't feel comfortable taking it she should speak about this with her psychiatrist to understand why she is being prescribed it. I don't think she should make any rash decisions either to take it or lie and not take it.

It appears there is some reason that she is seeing a psychiatrist which deals with treating issues with medication. If she only wants therapy she may do better with a psychologist or some form of group therapy.

If you are worried you may want to ask your girl if she is depressed, appearances can be deceptive. Many who suffer from depression do not show it to those around them, often bottling it up for when they are alone.

This post has been edited by chaoscrowley37: Oct 6 2005, 02:13 PM