I had no ability to research while in IP. There were no computers and they took my phone. They changed my meds several times without talking to me. I was forced into a line each day and handed a cup with my pills each time. I started asking what they were giving me after the heavy sedation wore off enough that I wasn't a complete zombie. I had never had psyc meds before. I had never had an episode before. I was scared and confused. I asked questions and I was treated like a PITA for holding up the line. These same nurses mistreated anyone who was seen as a trouble maker so I kept my head down and took my meds. I didn't think to ask for a packet. That was smart of you.

I asked my dad to research for me several days later. That was the first time I had any real information at all and all he knew to do was bring me the info from the drug companies because that's the 'truth'.

I agree with you that people need to be taught how to do the research. Unfortunately, that system is grass roots and has more holes in it than swiss cheese. I'm an analyst and a strategist and I reaearched like crazy when I got out. By far, the best information I found came from you guys and it took me months before I stumbled across PC.

Sarah, I can see how the piece is one sided. I felt like the doctor explained how the meds could be beneficially used, but that was the only positive part. Obviously though balance was not the intent. I personally feel like that is fair though in a world where countless dollars are spent on drug reps and lobbyists pushing for the other side. 60 min of air time the other way only barely begins to skim the surface of balance in my humble opinion.