Health Update: Do SSRIs Damage the Brain? | Long-Term Effects of Antidepressants
Serotonin is known as the “feel good” neurotransmitter that contributes to overall happiness and a stable mood. It is produced naturally in the brain.
One of the many problems with drugs like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) is that when you take them long-term they begin to wear out and damage the serotonin receptors on your nerves. The SSRIs stop working as a result, so the patient is prescribed a second or third drug that works in what is called a “cocktail.”
Dr. McCollum breaks down how these drugs affect our brains and impact our nerve functioning, and what the long-term consequences are of taking these drugs.
He also shares some natural ways to increase serotonin in the brain, such as when we help other people and are working towards goals.
* DISCLAIMER: This information is not intended to be used as personal medical advice. Always do your own research and talk to a good doctor before making any changes to your current medication to find out what is best for you.
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