Have you used antidepressants as a child or young person? Tell us
An article by Iltalehti seeks reader experiences regarding childhood or adolescent use of antidepressants, highlighting both benefits and potential side effects.
Famous antidepressant ruined Maija's life – Harsh symptoms came out of the blue: 'I can't even think about starting a family'
Maija shares her harrowing experience of debilitating side effects from a popular antidepressant, impacting her daily life and future aspirations.
Fast method for treating depression? Scientists published promising research results
Research indicates that a single dose of dimethyltryptamine (DMT) could effectively treat severe depression that is resistant to conventional antidepressants.
Russians Turn to Antidepressants Like Never Before: War Stronger Than Pandemic
The consumption of antidepressants in Russia has significantly increased, with sales expected to rise by 36% due to ongoing conflicts, surpassing even the pandemic levels.
Russians Hoard Antidepressants
Rising consumption of antidepressants in Russia has reached unprecedented levels due to the ongoing war and its psychological toll on the population, according to reports.
Antidepressants in pregnancy? A new study shows how to approach their use
Recent findings highlight the importance of continuing antidepressant medication during pregnancy to prevent severe mental health crises.
Treatment-Resistant Depression: How Esketamine Changes the Game?
Esketamine is emerging as a promising treatment for severe, treatment-resistant depression, especially in patients who have not responded to traditional antidepressants.
WARNING: Are you using antidepressants? These 5 symptoms require immediate intervention
The article discusses the rare but dangerous condition known as serotonin syndrome associated with the use of antidepressants like sertraline, highlighting five symptoms that necessitate urgent medical attention.
Gradual reduction of antidepressants may be more effective than abrupt withdrawal
A recent study suggests that a gradual reduction of antidepressants, combined with therapy, is more effective in preventing relapse of depression compared to abrupt withdrawal.
The war plunges Russia into a spiral of antidepressant consumption
The sale of antidepressants in Russia has tripled since the pandemic, driven by the ongoing war in Ukraine, economic crisis, and political repression.
Common antidepressants increase the risk of gestational diabetes – extensive study revealed also positive effects
A study from the University of Turku highlights that commonly used SSRIs raise the risk of gestational diabetes and early adaptation problems in newborns, while also noting some positive effects.
Simple daily habit may help ease depression more than medication, researchers say
A new study indicates that exercise may be as effective as therapy and antidepressants in treating depression.
Psychiatry: Antidepressants are not a miracle cure – but still important
The article discusses the critical role of antidepressants in treating severe depression, acknowledging their limitations while defending their use in psychotherapy.
Depression? Don't believe in Blue Monday
The notion of Blue Monday as the most depressing day of the year is a marketing myth, though depression is more frequently diagnosed in the fall and winter, and antidepressants do work with fewer side effects than often believed.