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Gradual tapering with therapy is safest for stopping antidepressants, new study finds.
A large study in The Lancet Psychiatry finds that gradually tapering off antidepressants while receiving psychological support is the most effective way to discontinue medication without increasing relapse risk, based on an analysis of 76 trials with over 17,000 participants.
This approach was as effective as continuing medication in preventing relapse and far superior to abrupt stopping or rapid tapering.
Experts stress the need for better access to therapy and structured support, as many patients face challenges in safely reducing medication due to limited follow-up and mental health care access.
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