PURPOSE We aimed to determine the effectiveness of interventions to manage
antidepressant discontinuation, and the outcomes for patients. METHODS We conducted a …

Background: Tapering and discontinuing antidepressants are important aspects of the
management of patients with depression and should therefore be considered in clinical …

Objective To explore patient and health professional views and experiences of
antidepressant treatment with particular focus on barriers and facilitators to discontinuing …

Use of antidepressants has recently increased, mainly caused by the increase of long-term
users. Although evidence-based indications for long-term use are lacking, it is assumed that …

One in six people in the US are currently taking psychotropic drugs. In 80% of cases, the
medication is taken for long-term use and predominantly involves new-generation …

Importance Depression frequently recurs. To prevent relapse, antidepressant medication is
often taken in the long term. Sequentially delivering a psychological intervention while …

Background: Treatment guidelines recommend antidepressant treatment be continued for at
least 6 months to ensure maximal improvement and to prevent relapse. Naturalistic studies …

Background Antidepressant discontinuation symptoms are becoming an increasingly
important part of clinical practice, but the incidence of antidepressant discontinuation …

Background Antidepressant withdrawal symptoms may mimic symptoms of depression
relapse and can be challenging for patients when tapering or discontinuing antidepressants …

Background Factors influencing antidepressant treatment discontinuation are poorly
understood. In the present study, we aimed to estimate the prevalence of antidepressant …