Psychiatric Drugs: Hazards to the Brain (original) (raw)

Psychiatric drugs, particularly phenothiazines and major tranquilizers, have historically transformed the treatment environment for patients in institutions, shifting from traditional punitive measures to a state of docility and suppression. While these drugs have reduced overtly aggressive behaviors, they also suppress emotional expression and desires for human connection, leading to a dehumanizing experience for patients across various institutions. The adverse effects and complaints from patients treated with these medications highlight a pervasive issue of consent and the ethical implications of drugging vulnerable populations.