The Widespread Increase in the Number of Individuals Taking SSRIs

question 7

Multiple Choice

The widespread increase in the number of individuals taking SSRIs to combat their depression is primarily due to the

• A) reduction in side effects as compared to other antidepressants.
• B) lack of withdrawal symptoms when coming off these drugs.
• C) over diagnosis of depression among young people.
• D) reduced costs of these drugs.

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