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Stopped taking celexa (citalopram) 6mo ago because i felt better. now i feel depressed again, should i start back on medicine? i'm afraid to feel that way again
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Probably: Depression is a recurrent illness ( one episode 70% chance of reoccurance three or more 100% chance) Meds control but don't cure. Also especially with SSRIs sometimes when you stop & restart them they aren't as effective--discuss with your doc--he/she may advise you to stay on meds
Answered 5/11/2016
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