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It’s very important to stress this upfront: Many people rely on antidepressants to stay mentally healthy, and you shouldn’t ...

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Academics have identified the most effective method for discontinuing antidepressant medication, suggesting a gradual ...

Slowly reducing the dosage of antidepressants while continuing psychotherapy, can help prevent symptoms from returning, a ...

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Medical experts are concerned that a panel discussion convened by the Food and Drug Administration could lead to more cases ...

New research shows that gradually tapering antidepressants while receiving psychological support is the safest way to stop ...

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Long-term antidepressant use in Australia increased steadily between 2014 and 2023, with the largest relative rise seen among ...