The Benefits and Challenges of Deprescribing Psychoactive Medication
Navigating the Journey from Dependence to Better Health and Well-being
Deprescribing psychoactive medication is the process of reducing or stopping the use of medication with the goal of improving a person's quality of life. Psychoactive medication is any drug that affects the brain and can cause changes in mood, behaviour, and consciousness. It is commonly prescribed for a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and insomnia. However, the long-term use of these medications can result in a variety of negative side effects, including decreased effectiveness over time, dependence, and withdrawal symptoms.
One of the benefits of deprescribing is the reduction of adverse side effects associated with long-term use of psychoactive medication. These side effects can range from mild symptoms such as dry mouth and constipation to more serious ones such as suicidal thoughts and sexual dysfunction. By carefully tapering off the medication, the person taking it can experience a reduction in these side effects and a return to a more natural…
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