What Actually Helps Older Adults Quit Benzos?
Despite clear risks, benzos and z-drugs remain widely prescribed to the elderly. New research explores what helps—and what doesn’t—when trying to stop.| Mad In America
Despite clear risks, benzos and z-drugs remain widely prescribed to the elderly. New research explores what helps—and what doesn’t—when trying to stop.| Mad In America
The studies are of short duration and are riddled with methodological issues like unblinding and failure to assess withdrawal.| Mad In America
Mental health nursing has a key role to play in helping people discontinue the drugs, writes Timothy Wand.| Mad In America
A large-scale study reveals that antidepressant use is linked to faster cognitive decline in dementia patients, raising concerns about their widespread prescription.| Mad In America
Using genetic analysis, a new study finds that antidepressants—not depression—are responsible for a significant rise in type 2 diabetes risk.| Mad In America
Research sheds light on the impact of antidepressants on sexual dysfunction, emphasizing the need for patient-physician communication.| Mad In America
