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Australians coming off antidepressants are relying on social media due to lack of clinical support

Australians coming off antidepressants are relying on social media due to lack of clinical support

Researchers find many patients do not feel included in treatment decisions and have concerns about side effects

Patients weaning themselves off antidepressants are turning to online support groups due to a lack of information and support, with a new study finding Facebook and other platforms are filling a gap left by clinicians.

Approximately one-in-seven Australians take antidepressants, which are the most commonly dispensed medications.

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