Antidepressant withdrawal affects one in six people

Antidepressant withdrawal affects one in six people

11 minutes ago Philippa Roxby,Health reporter, BBC News Getty Images One out of every six people have symptoms when they stop taking antidepressants – fewer than previously thought, a review of previous studies suggests. The researchers say their findings will help inform doctors and patients “without causing undue alarm”. The Lancet Psychiatry review looked at … Read more

VA.gov | Veterans Affairs

VA.gov | Veterans Affairs

PTSD Treatment Decision Aid There are several effective PTSD treatments. This means that if you have PTSD, you have options. The PTSD Treatment Decision Aid helps you learn about these options and think about which treatment might be best for you. It also gives you tips on how to work with your provider to decide … Read more

What is Ketamine? How it Works and Helps Severe Depression

What is Ketamine? How it Works and Helps Severe Depression

Jeff Winograd didn’t know an adult life without depression. Since he was 20 years old, he had tried virtually every antidepressant on the market. But he says, “The depression was just a constant.” By the time he was 45 years old, by then a father of two small children and a struggling-at-the-time film and video … Read more

Managing the Side Effects of Depression Treatment

Managing the Side Effects of Depression Treatment

If you’re being treated for depression, your doctor may prescribe an antidepressant. These medications can be very helpful in relieving your symptoms. Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, can help, too. Like all medications, antidepressants can have side effects. But they’re generally well-tolerated, says Andrew Coulter, MD, a psychiatrist at the Cleveland Clinic. Common Side … Read more