This research paper has been published in Science of The Total Environment. The abstract says: “Antidepressants (ATDs) are one of the most prescribed medications for psychiatric conditions. The widespread presence in aquatic environment and demonstrated ecotoxicity make ATDs a class of concerning…
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The Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines (published by Wiley) will be out in a couple of months. Co-authored by David M. Taylor and Mark Horowitz, it will contain evidenced-based taper regimens for all antidepressants and practical advice on how to do it….
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This short documentary (19 minute) – presented by reporter Anton Ferrie, produced & directed by Rachel Coburn for BBC Scotland – is available on the BBC iPlayer. The programme notes say: “Around one in seven people in the UK are on…
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This article by Reinhard Maß, Kerstin Backhaus, Katharina Lohrer, Michael Szelies and Bodo K. Unkelbach has been published in Psychopharmacology. The abstract says: “Rationale Antidepressants (AD) are mostly considered indispensable for the treatment of major depression. The vast majority of…
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This umbrella review from Dr. Michael F. Hvidberg has been published in the journal Mental Health Science. The abstract says: “The elderly are currently the most frequent users of antidepressants across ages, despite having a high risk of adverse effects (AEs). This literature…
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This “ open letter by healthcare professionals ” calls for specialist NHS services to support patients harmed by taking prescription medications. Published in the British Medical Journal, the letter begins: “This week, BBC1’s Panorama drew sharp attention to the problem of prescribed drug dependence and…
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