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Can using antidepressant for a long-term (2+ years) lead to permanent damage such as increasing dependency or memory/concentration problems? thanks!

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Antidepressants : If you take them correctly and remain under the care of a physician you should have no problems

Answered 6/5/2017

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Dr. Bert Liang answered

Best treatment: The best therapy for your memory and concentration is addressing depression, which is why the antidepressant is being prescribed.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Can using antidepressant for a long-term (2+ years) lead to permanent damage such as increasing dependency or memory/concentration problems? thanks!

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Harold Fields answered

Dr. Bert Liang answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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