Eagles J M, Alexander D A
Royal Cornhill Hospital, University of Aberdeen.
Scott Med J. 1990 Jun;35(3):77-80. doi: 10.1177/003693309003500305.
Of 318 newly referred neurotic patients, 43% were prescribed medication by their psychiatrist. Medication was more likely to be prescribed to patients who are older, who are married, who have lengthy illnesses and who do not have a history of deliberate self-harm. These findings are discussed in the context of current debate about optimal treatment methods for patients with neurotic disorders.
