Self-Help Tricks, Mental Health Tips to Quit Antidepressants

Self-Help Tricks, Mental Health Tips to Quit Antidepressants For seven years, I took Paxil (paroxetine) to relieve anxiety and depression. I began to put on an alarming amount weight and with extended use, the antidepressant didn't work as well, either. I decided to quit. I have been antidepressant-free for 16 months. Here are self-help tips and mental health strategies for quitting SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). Read more...

Antidepressants Cause Perceptual Distortion, Focusing Problems

Antidepressants Cause Perceptual, Focusing Problems Nine years ago, I began taking the antidepressant Paxil (paroxetine), an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) to combat anxiety and depression. I weaned myself off from it, when I began to put on weight. Since coming off the Paxil, I've noticed several changes in my functioning, notably in the areas of perception and mental processing. Here's how antidepressants affected my abilities in these areas. Read more...

Quitting Antidepressants: Emotional and Psychological Addiction

Psychological and Emotional Addiction to Antidepressants
I've been taking anti-depressants for seven years and have quit them within the last few weeks. While they may not be physically addictive, anti-depressants are definitely emotionally and psychologically addictive.
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Quitting SSRI Medication: Depression and Panic Attacks vs. Withdrawal Symptoms

Quitting SSRI Antidepressants: Self-Medicating Depression or Panic Attacks
If you've been taking an anti-depressant, especially an SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) for some time and want to quit, you'll want to prepare for certain withdrawal symptoms. Self-medicating depression and panic attacks delays recovery.
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Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome: 'Off the Meds' Side Effects and Coping

Tips for Coping with SSRI Antidepressant Discontinuation Sydrome: Withdrawal Dizziness
Are you trying to get off from anti-depressants? Did you know that coming off SSRI antidepressants like Paxil can cause withdrawal symptoms? If you are feeling dizzy, you may be experiencing Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome.
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GlaxoSmithKline Linked to Weight Gain, Obesity and Cholesterol Problems

Paxil Anti-Anxiety Medication Can Cause Weight Gain and High LDL Cholesterol Issues
Seven years ago, I began taking the antidepressant medication Paxil (Paroxetine, Fluxetine) for anxiety issues. Paxil is now known to cause many side-effects. Weight gain and elevated LDL cholesterol are two problems commonly caused by Paxil.
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