Review of Generation Rx (2008) by Chris F — 22 Dec 2011

Whoa....Ok, this was an EYE OPENER! And, it only really looks at the FDA....i wonder if the Canadian equivalent is the same? I kinda hope not. Although it really only looks at Ritalin and Prozac - it SHOULD open the eyes of - not only the PARENTS, but the kids as well who are placed in these "Mental Disorder" Categories....to examine the drug. The FDA is supposed to keep American's safe....yet, they cover up any kind of suicide, or any side effect for that matter - that makes the drug look "Bad" and "Unsafe". Well, I was on Effexor for a little over 5 years...and, I do remember there being a warning in BOLD CAPS that said "If you experience any suicidal thoughts, or things get worse....contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately".

The movie is divided up into 3 parts....and, the first one looks at Ritalin, and the other 2 look at Prozac. They ALL look at the FDA's role - and, their "Cover ups" - because, let's face it....they're all lobbyists for the drug companies. These drugs were NEVER made for kids...yet, they're forced down their throats. NOT FOR THAT! And, even listening to what happened to OLDER people on Prozac....was tear shedding.

I give this movie props for uncovering what they did....and, is probably one of the BEST documentaries you'll see about prescription drugs, SSRI's, etc. This is all FACT based, people! And, really....i would recommend this to parents AND people contemplating whether or not to go on an anti-depressant - or similar....and, not just the ones mentioned in this movie, as they ALL bring about the SAME warnings!