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Are there any good ways to ease severe urges to self-harm and suicidal ideation induced by antidepressant pills? please note: er/a&e is not an option.
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Crisis Unit: If you're having urges to harm yourself, please see a licensed psychiatrist immediately. Since you're in the UK, visits to a psychiatrist and psychologist are all covered by NHS. Wish there was a better answer & hope this helps!
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