Around one in six people who stop antidepressants will experience withdrawal symptoms as a direct result of the medicine – lower than previous estimates, according to the largest study of its kind.

Antidepressant withdrawal 'hits millions ... Previous research found that all antidepressants were more effective at reducing symptoms of acute depression than dummy pills, but it was not based ...

which could lead to withdrawal symptoms. Most people stop antidepressants successfully, the guidance adds. Other research suggests ADS lasts for one to two weeks. Study author Prof Christopher ...

Recent gold-standard studies of antidepressant withdrawal flag misdiagnosis, confounding, and rushed tapering as ongoing concerns.

If you decide to stop taking antidepressants, abrupt stopping is not recommended, as withdrawal symptoms can occur. Do not stop taking your medication until you’ve talked with your doctor.