7. Missed Connections

24 February 2026


14 minutes


Lucy's found a connection between her gambling problem and her medication. But her mental health group states they don't understand what she's discussing.


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


It's been understood for more than 20 years that drugs affecting in the brain have possible negative effects consisting of impulse control conditions like hypersexuality, or compulsive shopping or gaming.


Warnings have been added to patient information brochures - however a lot of individuals who have actually called BBC investigations reporter Noel Titheradge about their experiences state the threats weren't made clear.


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