“There is no evidence that we are over prescribing antidepressants, yes more antidepressants are prescribed today than 10 years ago but, in fact, most people who need antidepressants are not receiving an antidepressant.” - Carmine Pariante, Psychiatrist - 2019
“One in seven people in England were prescribed antidepressants last year, worrying figures show.” - Daily Mail, 2026
Wishes, it seems, do come true.