Why Have We Become a Prozac Nation?

Pills have become a way of life.

(PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- Without a doubt, our world has become more complicated. Stress, anxiety and insomnia have become a way of life for many of us, and in turn, we are all reaching for pills to alleviate the symptoms.

When did this trend begin? And as a result, how many of us are now taking medications that we have tried to stop -- without success?

Only three years ago, Alesandra Rain, co-founder of Label Me Sane, was addicted to a cocktail of medications. She was not someone who doctor-shopped or took them other than how they were prescribed. But over a ten-year period, she watched her health deteriorate.

“I was prescribed a tranquilizer first, as I couldn’t sleep,” states Rain. “As time went on my body grew accustomed to the medication and I needed more. By the end, I was on seven different drugs and I could no longer sleep at all,” concludes Rain.

This is a common occurrence, as nearly half the public are on at least one medication, with many on multiple drugs to diminish their anxiety, depression and insomnia. The use of drugs such as Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Zoloft, Celexa and Cymbalta are common occurrences. But also what is used even more frequently is the tranquilizer class of medications, such as Ativan, Ambien, Xanax, Klonopin and Valium. Unfortunately, the sedative class medications have a high addiction rate and can be extremely dangerous to just quit.

Alesandra sought help to withdraw from her medications, and when her efforts proved unsuccessful, she quit cold-turkey in a treatment center. It was the horrific withdrawals that drove her to found an organization to help others, while also working with doctors and researchers to develop a program that would assist others with a gradual step-down off the meds.

“It has been the most rewarding experience,” states Rain. “Last year alone we helped thousands of people all over the United States and on four continents, and the best part is that the supplements we use were specifically designed to support brain function and to help the body minimize the withdrawals,” concludes Rain.

This is a silent epidemic, as most will not admit they are taking a behavioral drug. Yet it is common for individuals to express a loss in their spirituality, creativity and cognitive function.

Rain’s experience on the medications and her journey back to health is chronicled in her novel "Deeds of Trust." She is an international speaker and author who has dedicated her life to help others avoid the life threatening withdrawals she suffered.

For more information on how to withdraw safely or for natural solutions for stress, contact http://www.pointofreturn.com or call tollfree 866.605.2333.

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