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Lifeplus Anti-Depressant Survey - New survey highlights serious concerns about rising levels of anti-depressant prescriptions across the UK

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
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CAMBRIDGE, England, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Asurvey of 2,000 British Adults has highlighted serious concerns about the increasing use of anti-depressants in our society.

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  • CAMBRIDGE, England, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Asurvey of 2,000 British Adults has highlighted serious concerns about the increasing use of anti-depressants in our society.
  • The study carried out by Lifeplus Europe Ltd. confirmed that high percentages disagreed with the increasing levels of prescriptions issued and the lack of discussion around alternative treatments.
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    The survey examined respondents' views on a variety of mental health issues, this includes the effect of social media, diet, exercise and social interaction.
  • 7 in 10 Adults agree that anti-depressant drugs are too readily available with 86% sayingthat more mental health support should be available as an alternative to medication.