About western medicine: On occasion a t tried to convince me to go on AD's. One time I went on an SSRI for at most 4 days. I would never do that again. When I needed birth control I opted for barrier methods only. I use natural remedies for colds and the like, never stuff like Nyquil. I have a healthy skepticism of drugs and drug companies.

But. A big but. In 1992 I noticed big bruises on my legs and self-treated it with Vitamin C. A few days later I could hardly walk or think and if I hadn't gotten a very Western diagnosis and a very Western treatment called plasmapherisis I wouldn't be here being obnoxious today. Western medicine saved my @ss many times since. I now happily take pills every day that so far keep me healthy. I realize this is an exception but now I tell everyone that if something weird is happening to your body, do not delay in getting a western medicine diagnosis. Then you can decide what to do with it. This from someone who was totally into herbs and vitamins and acupuncture.

Mental health drugs I have no opinion about. Just not for me.