Can You Stop Antidepressants Safely?
Stopping antidepressants requires medical guidance. Learn about tapering and withdrawal symptoms.
Abrupt discontinuation can cause dizziness, flu-like symptoms, mood swings, and sleep disruption.
Tapering slowly under medical supervision reduces withdrawal risk.
Some people need long-term treatment; others taper successfully after sustained remission.
The decision to stop should be collaborative, based on symptom history and current stability.
Never adjust or stop prescribed psychiatric medication without consulting your PMHNP.
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