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Countering Cruise’s viewpoint, many in the mental health community emphasize that psychiatric medications have helped millions of people manage severe mental illnesses, such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. They argue that while medication is not a one-size-fits-all solution, it can be a vital component of treatment, especially when combined with therapy, lifestyle changes, and social support.

Matt L defends the use of psychiatric drugs, citing that conditions like chemical imbalances in the brain—although some theories have evolved—do have a scientific basis in many cases. He points out the importance of knowing the research and medical evidence behind these treatments, warning against dismissing them outright based on ideology.