Hi, all. I'm coming here for your thoughts on my situation:

My 14yr daughter overdosed on tylenol last weekend in a suicide attempt. She was admitted to the ER, treated medically, then moved to psychiatric hospital for evaluation. After only 32 hours in the psych hospital, the medical team has made a determination that medication is a preferable approach.

You should know that she exhibited no signs of depression (she's an honor student, on the swim team, in the drama club, hangs with friends...no usual signs that parents are cautioned to look for); the doctors also said that when they observe her interacting with the peers in the hospital, she smiles, laughs, makes friendships, shares during group, and also doesn't exhibit any depression (such as withdrawal, disinterest in people, etc). However, when they speak with her she says that she's still sad inside and has no desire to live. Confusing for all parties, to say the least.

My concern is that it might not be safe to try to chemically alter a teenager's brain when it's still developing. I would prefer some intense therapy (both individual and family) over the medication. I'm also concerned that I might be forced to medicate her should they decide it's "in her best interest." Thoughts?