This article was originally published by Willow Tohi at Natural News.  HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced initiatives targeting SSRI antidepressants, which 16.6% of U.S. adults currently take. The plan emphasizes informed consent, tapering protocols, and non-pharmaceutical alternatives like psychotherapy and nutrition. Nearly half of Americans oppose federal restrictions on antidepressant prescribing, according to a 2025 survey of 30,000 adults. An FDA panel debated adding “black box” warnings for antidepressant use during pregnancy, citing potential fetal risks. The initiative builds on Trump-era mental health policies, including an executive order on psychedelic research. A prescription for change: Why HHS is…

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