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Posted by Cynthia on January 9, 2003, at 9:13:01
I am new to this discussion group. It's comforting to find others out there sharing the same experiences. It's especially nice to see that everyone seems so intelligent and well-spoken, which lends a lot of credibility to the information being shared. And I like the convenience of having the new posting alerts sent via email. It's the glue that keeps us together. Smart marketing!
Posted by justyourlaugh on January 9, 2003, at 9:33:41
In reply to This discussion group is so helpful..., posted by Cynthia on January 9, 2003, at 9:13:01
cyn,
it is so hard to believe that not to long ago i relied on the drugstore print out to inform me about meds.
education is the key.
jyl
Posted by JESSsMom on January 10, 2003, at 8:53:37
In reply to Re: This discussion group is so helpful... » Cynthia, posted by justyourlaugh on January 9, 2003, at 9:33:41
God, yes....everyone here is so helpful, I really appreciate it.
JM
Posted by Dysfunk on January 11, 2003, at 13:17:31
In reply to This discussion group is so helpful..., posted by Cynthia on January 9, 2003, at 9:13:01
I am also so happy to find this discussion group. I put a thank you up to everyone and Dr. Bob. It is comforting to know what I am experiencing has happened to others- and I am not crazy.
I just want to make a comment on marketing- I don't think marketing has anything to do with this site. There are no marketing windows that pop up while you are on the site....not all the info on meds is positive. I think Dr. Bob is doing this for research and enlightenment, which is quite admirable.
Posted by Noa on January 11, 2003, at 15:36:27
In reply to This discussion group is so helpful..., posted by Cynthia on January 9, 2003, at 9:13:01
I've been coming to this board off and on for about 3.5 years. It has helped me a great deal, too, both in terms of med info and in terms of support.
I agree--there are so many well-spoken people, and lots of good info. But keep in mind, also, when using the board for information, that you should verify information when you can, realize that a lot of what is said here (as on other boards)is opinion, etc. etc. etc.
But with that caviat, this is an incredible resource, I agree.
Posted by Noa on January 11, 2003, at 15:37:13
In reply to This discussion group is so helpful..., posted by Cynthia on January 9, 2003, at 9:13:01
Posted by Cynthia on January 11, 2003, at 19:09:21
In reply to Re: This discussion group is so helpful..., posted by Dysfunk on January 11, 2003, at 13:17:31
To Dysfunk:
My marketing reference was regarding the mental health non-profits out there whose job it is, in part, to educate people about mental health through their communications vehicles (website, advertising, brochures, public speaking, etc.) Wouldn't it be terrific if a large visible mental health organization (or Roslyn Carter or Tipper Gore, both mental health advocates) launched a campaign around "We're the sane ones" or "It's a physical illness" or something in that same vein so that more people would talk more openly about mental issues, and get help. Maybe some non-profits have done this and I am just not aware of it. (I am an advertising and marketing professional and work for non-profits off and on; hence, my familiarity with the subject.)
Hope that explains the marketing comment.
Posted by Dysfunk on January 12, 2003, at 13:04:13
In reply to Re: This discussion group is so helpful..., posted by Cynthia on January 11, 2003, at 19:09:21
Cynthia:
Yes. I agree it would be wonderful to not feel so "abnormal" and for depression/anxiety to be accepted more by society as an illness like diabetes. I think the drug companies new technique of advertising to the patient to ask their doctor about the medicine is a step in the right direction. Thanks for clarifying regarding marketing.Dysfunk
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