Posted by gardenergirl on December 3, 2005, at 11:32:52
In reply to Re: Accepting that you might have to take meds for, posted by linkadge on December 3, 2005, at 9:59:08
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> If you don't keep testing to see wether you still require the medication, then you may be taking something you don't need.That's a very good point. Still, it's very important to treat an illness thoroughly and completely. This may mean being on a med for six months to a year, even if you are feeling better, before trying a med reduction.
In depression, thorough treatment lowers the risk for future recurrences, especially adequate treatment of a first episode.
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