Fresh concerns have been raised over long-term use of antidepressants
7 hours ago
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- Evidence suggests long-term antidepressant use has limited benefits and may be overstated due to research flaws.
- Risks of long-term use include sexual dysfunction, emotional numbing, weight gain, and increased health issues in older adults.
- Withdrawal symptoms can be severe and long-lasting, often misdiagnosed as depression relapse in studies.
- Researchers call for updated guidelines, treatment reviews every six months, and slow tapering to stop antidepressants.
- Non-drug therapies, like psychological treatments, may offer more durable benefits for depression recovery.