#Withdrawalsyndrome

A deeply personal story recently published in the Daily Mail, titled “I almost ended my life on antidepressants, ditching them saved me,” has struck a chord with readers who are questioning the impact of long-term antidepressant use and the consequences of withdrawal. This article arrives at a time of intensifying scientific scrutiny and public debate, as researchers worldwide uncover mounting evidence that discontinuing antidepressant medications can result in a complex and sometimes debilitating set of symptoms—findings that are directly relevant to an increasing number of Thai people prescribed these medicines for depression and anxiety.

A rising wave of scientific scrutiny is reshaping how Thai clinicians and patients view stopping antidepressants. A recent Daily Mail feature titled “I almost ended my life on antidepressants, ditching them saved me” has sparked conversations about long-term use and withdrawal. As researchers publish larger studies, the message is clear: stopping antidepressants can trigger a range of withdrawal symptoms, and careful management is essential for Thai patients who rely on these medicines for depression and anxiety.