Posted by SLS on February 17, 2009, at 12:29:40
In reply to Re: Recovery from depression is not linear. » SLS, posted by Phillipa on February 17, 2009, at 11:13:41
> Scott so are you also saying that some can permanently get well and not require any meds. Or must remain on them forever? Does the anxious worrying person ever stop the worrying? Phillipa
With Major Depressive Disorder, the APA recommends long-term treatment if the patient has had 3 or more prior episodes of depression.
For the first or second episodes, one can try to discontinue antidepressants 6-9 months AFTER FULL REMISSION IS ACHIEVED.
- Scott
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