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Would you recommend benzodiazepines, or ssris for treatment of gad and panic disorder and why?

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Depends: Everybody is different . There is no size of plan fits all. Benzodiazepines have a more immediate effect. SSRI take 4-6 weeks to have full effect for anxiety and depression. Dosages have to be titrated and adjusted. Very often a combination of both medications are used, frequently with therapy.

Answered 3/25/2016

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