Many doctors, chemists etc. claim that benzodiazepines (valium, ritalin, prozac, etc.) Are a healthy solution to problems like ADHD, depression, sleep deprivation and stress disorders.

Though they do patch up most of the problems of the original condition, they change the way the brain functions and forms dependencies on the substance that is being taken, as after a while, the brain can't function properly after prolonged use of these drugs. After the original condition is fixed, patients have to be put on seemingly limitless substitute medications like Vicodin so that the brain can still function in a "normal" manner.

Do you think it's worth taking these medications for these problems despite the long term side-effects that are caused? Or should they be avoided and perhaps an alternative, but less effective solution be used.

Sorry if some of that doesn't make too much sense, I'm a little hazy on the subject but think its a fascinating topic.