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Antidepressants linked to faster cognitive decline in dementia, study suggests (www.sciencedaily.com)
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New research suggests that certain antidepressants can accelerate cognitive decline in people with dementia. At the same time, some drugs appear to be less harmful than others, which can help doctors make better treatment decisions, according to the study.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Antidepressants aren't about making people happy. Happy pills don't exist.

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 1 month ago

Mine make me happier lol