Medication can be a game changer for people experiencing depression and anxiety. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are two common types of antidepressants that have helped many people.
But when you’re ready to stop taking them, going cold turkey isn’t recommended. Mayo Clinic psychiatrist Neeta Jain, M.D., answers common questions about weaning off antidepressants.
Good question — and there’s no easy answer. Antidepressants are often the first treatment used for depression. They’re prescribed for anxiety disorders as well.
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