> SSRIs kept me from killing myself.
Conversely, we've heard this sentiment from people using their first cannabis, psychedelic,
or even just their latest drink.
That may or may not be true. People are diverse in their psychology and situations.
Sure, most or many people are probably exaggerating.
That said, I have known a lot of suicidal people, and almost arbitrarily things can make a big difference.
It's true that a lot of people medicate themselves in various ways. It doesnt mean an SSRI doesn't work for a lot of people. This sounds like a very dismissive statement.