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A member asked:
My son is 13 and has ocd.would giving him the supplement"seratonin" from a gnc store help him?
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Maybe, but...: Maybe, but that is not the best option. It is impossible to know the dosing and purity of those compounds. He should see a doctor for a prescription, and will probably need counseling. Good luck.
Answered 2/2/2014
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UnknowN: Possible but would depend what is in it and if the products are good.
Answered 2/2/2014
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Mental Health: Please. Be cautious. A thirteen year old's brain is still developing. I would not advise any product unless specifically recommended by the physician managing and monitoring your son's care.
Answered 2/2/2014
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