I frequently use the diabetic analogy when talking to people. It's a chemical imbalance you stupid twits. Excuse me. Sorry.

As for 'addiction' Well the most addictive thing in the world is oxygen. One hit and you're hooked for life. Withdrawal is inevitably fatal.

Suicide? The only reason I think suicide is linked to SSRIs is because of the danger period as the depression begins to lift. Some people are immobilized by depression. If people are not under close medical supervision as they begin their SSRI regimen, they can get caught in the place where they're no longer immobilized but still depressed.

Gaaah. I get so angry! I'm becoming incoherent. Will stop now.

MKK