Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces backlash for linking antidepressants to school shootings
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recently nominated as Secretary of Health and Human Services, has made controversial claims linking antidepressants to school shootings. He suggested that the rise in such incidents coincides with the introduction of these medications. Kennedy's statements contradict research showing no direct link between SSRIs and school shootings. Studies indicate that most school shooters were not on psychotropic medications, and the claim that SSRIs are more addictive than heroin is also unfounded. Concerns are growing that Kennedy's comments could discourage people from seeking necessary mental health treatment. Antidepressants, particularly SSRIs, have been safely prescribed for decades and are crucial for many individuals managing mental health conditions.