This vintage episode of Vitality Radio originally aired on October 16th, 2021 but the information is still accurate and important. On this episode, Jared focuses on the theory behind antidepressants. Are they effective? Around 13-17% of American adults are currently taking antidepressants. Jared deep dives into the research specifically conducted by Harvard Medical School researcher Irving Kirsch. These studies detail that antidepressants function as a placebo in the vast majority of people. Jared explains why these important studies show that the problematic diagnosis framework, unethical pharma companies + broken FDA approval process, are not actually helping people with their mental and emotional health.Additional Information:#164 Psychobiotics - Unique Probiotics for Depression, Anxiety and More Part 1#166 Psychobiotics - Unique Probiotics for Depression Anxiety and More Part 2#327: The Natural Approach to Mental Health: How To Optimize Mood and Reduce Anxiety With Lifestyle and SupplementsVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalityradio and @vitalitynutritionbountiful on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Please also join us on the Dearly Discarded Podcast with Jared St. Clair.Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.