Prevalence of unhappiness and antidepressant use

The experience of unhappiness, often manifested through anxiety and depression, is a common phenomenon in contemporary society.

The high prevalence of these states of discomfort is reflected, in part, in the considerable use of psychotropic medications, such as antidepressants and anxiolytics.

Unhappiness as a Shared Experience

Although the pursuit of happiness is a universal yearning, the reality is that many people experience significant degrees of unhappiness in their lives.

Anxiety and depression are two of the main ways in which this unhappiness manifests itself, and they often occur together (comorbidity), draining the emotional resources of those who suffer from them.

When these negative moods become intense, persistent, and severely interfere with a person's ability to function in their daily lives (work, relationships, self-care), they may require professional attention.

The Use of Medication as an Indicator and Support

The widespread use of medications such as antidepressants and anxiolytics is an indicator of the prevalence of unhappiness and emotional distress in the population.

When anxiety or depression reach levels that prevent adequate daily functioning, the temporary use of medication may be considered, always under strict psychiatric supervision.

These drugs are not considered a definitive solution in themselves, but rather act as a support to stabilize the physiology and the most acute symptoms, while the person develops personal resources and coping strategies, ideally through psychotherapy.

It is important to understand that medication can be a useful tool in certain cases to alleviate suffering and allow the person to engage more effectively in other therapeutic processes, but it does not address the underlying causes of unhappiness or anxiety.