Dexter, that is my exact feelings too, I want any physician to be right up front, no beating around the bush, I too make it my duty to research anything I am diagnosed with or may be predisposed to I do realize for some too much info can be confusing or maybe the reality is too much.
But I urge anyone reading this to be proactive, if you or a loved one is diagnosed with some disorder/illness, take or make some time to research it, look at the "whole picture" resist latching on to just one author/doctor's opinion and or theory, if you see consistancy in what all are saying, then that is a good indication whatever the illness/disorder is close or exactly what the patient has, etc.
I also urge anyone to be open to trying various meds.you may also want to research them too, and don't just latch onto the possible "side effects" vs the good, this will only cause the patient to say "no" I do not want to try this or that, I read it has bad side effects". Everyone medication OTC and prescription ones, can have some side effects or may have none at all, or just so slight that the good effects of treatment are to be weighed if worth it, but try it first before saying "no" to your doc or pdoc, why deny yourself of a good chance of getting better. By law (the right to know act?) all pharmaceuticals, prescription and non prescription must suppy the public with information on any possible side effects or drug interactions, regardless of how minor. (their safety net) so if you are in doubt of the precautions listed on the product or on the manufacturer's safety data sheet (MSDS) that most pharmacies attach to your prescription during pick up or is inside the box, ask the pharmacist and/or your physician.
When it comes to your health rather it concerns physical and/or mental health, always ask questions, never be afraid to

Sorry, I digressed a bit from the original post here, just had to add to this as it was clear in my mind at the present time.

Thanks for listening

"darkeyes"

In giving advice seek to help, not please your friend
SOLON