3 days ago
One in seven of us take antidepressants. Getting off them can be a nightmare
Chances are you, or someone you know, took an antidepressant this morning. One in seven Australians are on the medication, and for many it's lifesaving. But are we staying on antidepressants for too long? Is there a right time to stop? And what should we know about withdrawal symptoms?
Guest: Jordan Bissell, journalist and producer on Radio National's Life Matters.
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To find out more about how frequently antidepressants are prescribed, check out this Life Matters episode. Or you can read on the topic here.
And if you're into mental health-related chats, check out our show on how to make big life decisions.
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