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Depression Blog with Nancy Schimelpfening February 2005 Archive

By Nancy Schimelpfening, About.com Guide to Depression since 1998

Herb Found to Be As Good As Paxil

Monday February 28, 2005
The herbal supplement St. John's Wort is at least as effective in treating depression as the commonly prescribed antidepressant paroxetine, German researchers have found. Read more

Good Description of "Brain Shivers"

Tuesday February 22, 2005
A reader sent me this description of "brain shivers", which is one of the best I have seen: It seems as though there are actually two different symptoms which are being described ... Read More

Dizziness From Stopping Zoloft?

Monday February 21, 2005
Q. I recently quit taking Zoloft. I was told by my doctor that I did not have to come off slowly and was advised to just quit taking ... Read More

Double Trouble

Thursday February 17, 2005
Do you self-medicate your depression with drugs or alcohol? Read more about why this can be a problem for your recovery from depression.

Is It SSRI Withdrawal Syndrome?

Monday February 14, 2005
The following page from Dr. Ivan's Depression Central defines four criteria which identify an SSRI or venlafaxine (Effexor) withdrawal.

Tips for Reducing Discontinuation Symptoms

Monday February 14, 2005
Here is a list of tips that I have found for reducing discontinuation symptoms. I would also recommend clicking through at the bottom to read Dr. Bob's Psychopharmacology Tips. ... Read More

It Might Not Be the Flu!

Monday February 14, 2005
Feeling like you're coming down with the flu lately? If you've recently stopped taking an antidepressant you might actually be experiencing discontinuation symptoms.

Cheap Celexa

Tuesday February 1, 2005
Members share tips for saving money on Celexa.
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