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Can stopping an ssri be the cause of increased anxiety and panic attacks?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: When you stop the SSRI - you will stop getting the benefit.

Dr Finley-Belgrad agreed

Answered 6/7/2020

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