The lived experience of withdrawal from Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants: A qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Our knowledge of the broader impacts of antidepressant withdrawal, beyond physical side effects, is limited. Further research is needed to investigate the lived experiences of withdrawal, to aid clinicians on how to guide patients through the process.

Aim

To explore antidepressant users' experiences and views on the withdrawal process and how it affected their quality of life across multiple life domains.

Design and setting

We conducted in-depth qualitative interviews with 20 individuals from the community who had attempted to withdraw from Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor antidepressants in the past year.

Method

Semi-structured interviews were conducted online. A topic guide was used to ensure consistency across interviews. The interviews were audio-rec

SUBMITTER: Mahmood R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10774987 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature