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EPISODE · May 26, 2025 · 10 MIN

One in seven of us take antidepressants. Getting off them can be a nightmare

from Quick Smart · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Chances are you, or someone you know, took an antidepressant this morning. One in seven Australians are on the medication, and for many it's lifesaving. But are we staying on antidepressants for too long? Is there a right time to stop? And what should we know about withdrawal symptoms? 

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