A few highlights from the research concerning anti depressant medication.
SSRI anti depressants (see link below to explain the jargon!) have been shown to have an effect after one week rather than two to four weeks as previously assumed claims a review of 50 controlled trials.
Archives of General Psychiatry (2006) 63: 1217-1223
Researchers claim that there is an increase in attempted suicide by patients taking anti depressant medication but rates of sucess were decreased. This could be explained by the use of anti depressants in suicide attempts as opposed to other more violent methods. Reasons for the increase may include increased motivation and energy without a shift in circumstance or environment once the anti depressant starts to have effect.Archives of General Psychiatry (2006) 63: 1358-1367
SSRI anti depressant medication may be linked to an increase in violence and hostile acts.
Public Library of Science Medicine (2006) online DOI:10.1371/journal.pmed.0030372
A useful link to explain all... http://www.depressionalliance.org/docs/help/treatments.html
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