7. Missed Connections

24 February 2026


14 minutes


Lucy's found a connection in between her problem and her medication. But her psychological health group states they don't know what she's talking about.


Freddie's reached breaking point. And, one day, he notifications his daddy's medication brochure on the kitchen table, stimulating a full-blown crisis.


It's been understood for more than 20 years that drugs impacting dopamine levels in the brain have possible side impacts including impulse control disorders like hypersexuality, or compulsive shopping or gaming.


Warnings have been contributed to client info brochures - but a number of individuals who've gotten in touch with BBC investigations reporter Noel Titheradge about their experiences say the threats weren't made clear.


Why weren't they cautioned about the potential negative effects of these medications before it was too late?