Does taking antidepressants during pregnancy impact children’s brains? New research suggests it does not increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children, but there is an association.
Depression probably not caused by chemical imbalance: Study Over the past 30 years, the imbalance of serotonin has been identified as a potential cause of depression – but what does the evidence say?
Study questions antidepressant impact on quality of life People using antidepressants to treat depression have similar outcomes to those who do not, new research suggests.
Disturbing trend shows change in children’s mental health The increasing number of children being prescribed antidepressants is a sign of rising distress, says Dr Andrew Leech.
What medicines are prescribed the most in Australia? While statin medications take the lion’s share, antidepressants are being prescribed more, and antibiotics less.
Study tracks mental health relapse post long-term antidepressant use Long-term antidepressant use is effective, but many people can come off them safely, new research suggests.
Insights into weaning patients off antidepressants Discontinuing long-term antidepressant use should only occur after thorough preparation between a patient and their GP, new research has found.
Do antidepressants help for treatment of back pain and osteoarthritis? A study examining the efficacy and safety of this line of medicine compared with placebo indicates otherwise.
An antidepressant is now one of Australia’s most commonly prescribed drugs – but why? Nuance is necessary to interpret why prescriptions of sertraline have gone up, according to an expert.
Study questions ASD prescribing Research found little evidence to suggest a widely used antidepressant reduces obsessive compulsive behaviours in patients with autism spectrum disorders.