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Can antidepressants cause memory loss?

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: This is a common misconception. Untreated depression does effect memory.

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Answered 9/1/2012

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Dr. Yun Tran answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It could: Depression itself can cause memory loss, and that is the more likely case here. However, you should see a doctor for your memory problem, because it could be something else.

Answered 1/28/2020

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