Yet even if it turns out that the antidepressants do increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some people, that pales as a public health problem beside the challenge of treating depression in the general population.
Listening to music with violent lyrics increases aggressive thoughts and feelings, says a study published yesterday.
News reports have linked antidepressant use to a higher risk of suicide, but the research actually shows the drugs may increase thoughts of suicide.
Antidepressants can increase suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children, teens, and young adults.
In August, GlaxoSmithKline agreed to pay $2.5 million to settle a suit by Eliot Spitzer, the New York attorney general, alleging that Glaxo had hidden results from trials showing that its antidepressant Paxil might increase suicidal thoughts in children and teenagers.
