Moderator Emeritus Narcissus Posted June 19, 2013 Moderator Emeritus Share Posted June 19, 2013 This is a great article by one of neuroscience's most formidable critics, Raymond Tallis, who is himself a neuroscientist. He coined the term "neuromania" to describe neuroscience's grandiosity regarding its capacities to answer timeless questions. It's not a short read but it's well worth delving into. http://www.thenewatlantis.com/publications/what-neuroscience-cannot-tell-us-about-ourselves 3 Years 150 mgs Effexor 2 month taper down to zero 3 terrible weeks at zero Back up to 75 mgs 2 months at 75 6 or so months back to regular dose of 150 - was able to restabilize fine. 3 month taper back to zero 1 HORRENDOUS week at zero 2 days back up to 37.5 3 days back up to 75 One week at 150 - unable to stabilize. Back down to 75 mgs At 75 mgs (half original dose) and suffering withdrawal symptoms since October 2012. "It is a radical cure for all pessimism to become ill, to remain ill for a good while, and then grow well for a still longer period." - Nietzsche Link to comment
Administrator Altostrata Posted June 22, 2013 Administrator Share Posted June 22, 2013 Good article, thanks, N. This is not medical advice. Discuss any decisions about your medical care with a knowledgeable medical practitioner. "It has become appallingly obvious that our technology has surpassed our humanity." -- Albert Einstein All postings © copyrighted. Link to comment
Moderator Emeritus Skyler Posted June 22, 2013 Moderator Emeritus Share Posted June 22, 2013 Much appreciated! As always, LISTEN TO YOUR BODY! A proud supporter of the 10% (or slower) rule. Requip - 3/16 ZERO Total time on 25 years. Lyrica: 8/15 ZERO Total time on 7 or 8 yrs.BENZO FREE 10/13 (started tapering 7/10) Total time on 25 years. Read my intro thread here, and check the about me section. "No matter how cynical you get, it's almost impossible to keep up." Lily Tomlin Link to comment
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