If I get off of anti depressants will I have a relapse into depression again?


Question:
I have been on anti-depresseants for 3-4 years...I just don't think I need it anymore.

Answers:
If that's what you think, ask your physician to gradually wean you off the meds. DON'T EVER STOP COLD TURKEY or without the monitoring by your doctor - you could wind up far more depressed than you ever were before.
Who knows. It depends if your brain chemistry is changed by the med or not. But just get off it gradually. Do not cold turkey!

Say, if you have been taking it 100mg, try lowering it to 50 mg and see what happens. If depression comes on again, then instead of increasing the dose back to 100mg, just stay on 50mg and try to solve it by counseling, etc.
it is a possibility you should consult a doctor and see if your doses can be lower and get off gradually


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