In an article on antidepressant withdrawal published online April 7, The New York Times invited readers to describe their experiences coming off the drugs. More than 8,800 people responded — teenagers ...

The most prevalent symptom of discontinuation was dizziness, and, despite being measured in people with major depressive disorder, discontinuation was not associated with depression symptoms.

How hard is it to stop taking antidepressants? If countless Internet posts and a number of scientific studies are to be believed, discontinuing these medications is highly problematic, and doctors ...

The largest review of 'gold standard' antidepressant withdrawal studies to date has identified the type and incidence of symptoms experienced by people discontinuing antidepressants, finding most ...

In 2023, an estimated 11.4% of adult Americans took antidepressants. Here's how the class of medication can help depression ...

A commonly prescribed drug used to treat depression, panic attacks, PTSD, and OCD could have unpleasant side effects, including withdrawal symptoms. A UK-based clinical pharmacist has shared advice ...

This article was reviewed by Daniel Z. Lieberman, MD. Dealing with depression can feel overwhelming, whether you’re deep in a two-week funk or have been enduring it for years. And while depression is ...

Victoria Toline would hunch over the kitchen table, steady her hands and draw a bead of liquid from a vial with a small dropper. It was a delicate operation that had become a daily routine — ...