Yes, and also, yes.
Considering most of these drugs come with recognized, published side effects of depression, suicidal ideation, and anxiety (i find this disturbing), I think most of the people taking SSRIs, etc. are not only medicated for the wrong reasons, but should not be taking these drugs whatsoever. As @scamp recounted, psychiatrists do not actually conduct actual scientific or medical tests, and are probably the only medical professionals who do not base their diagnoses and treatment plans on actual medical data beyond the words coming out of your mouth. If you read the major psychiatric journals, you will find their conclusions are predicated on shaky assumptions and strictly observational, qualitative methodologies; most scientists and psychiatrists have no idea how, or why, their drugs (e.g., SSRIs) work. Fluther psychiatrists, I’m all ears, seriously…
I’ve said it before, and will say it again: do 20 minutes of cardio, 100 push-ups, and 100 sit-ups a day, and you will not be depressed. and no, I’m not trying to market my $19.99 no-risk, guaranteed e-book on my amazing weight loss/natural anti-depressant ”secret”
Engaging in non-internet-related activities helps, too.
So many people are surprised to learn that our own bodies can actually solve a lot of our problems on their own, provided we take care of them.