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Thinking about stopping an antidepressant? Here's what to consider.
What you need to know about desprescribing SSRIs before you get started, per the NYT, who wants to charge you for reading the info that could help you.
Recommendations for the Deprescribing of Psychotropic Medications A Consensus Statement From the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology Task Force
The American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology convened a 45-member international task force that undertook a Delphi survey and selective literature review to identify clinical situations favoring psychotropic drug deprescribing. Deprescribing should be considered when benefits are absent or risks outweigh benefits; after assuring adequate adherence and trials; and psychosocial ramifications of medication cessation are considered.
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Short videos from clinicians on the most common questions patients have about tapering off antidepressants.
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