Use of antidepressants for 6 or more years is linked to an increased risk for sudden cardiac death, but it’s unclear if the ...

Long-term antidepressant use increases the risk of sudden cardiac death, particularly in younger individuals and those using ...

Common misconceptions include the belief that you can never stop taking them or that they will change your personality. The ...

An abundance of data show that SSRIs, a class of drugs commonly used as antidepressants, are effective, though, like any drug, they have risks.

A new study links prolonged antidepressant use to a higher risk of sudden cardiac death, especially among younger adults. The ...

Sudden cardiac death (SCD) refers to an unexpected death of a person, believed to be caused by a heart-related issue. It ...

Antidepressants can ease many symptoms of depression, but side effects are often part of the package. Some side effects are tough to deal with, while others you can manage. In rare cases ...

Researchers on Sunday showed that compared with the general population with no history of antidepressant (AD) use, ...

Additional research is needed to determine whether this is due to direct drug effects or underlying patient factors.

While antidepressants are highly effective in alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life, its long-term use has ...