Simple test can detect signs of suicidal thoughts in people taking antidepressants
Saturday, April 10, 2010 - 08:06
in Psychology & Sociology
While antidepressant medications have proven to be beneficial in helping people overcome major depression, it has long been known that a small subset of individuals taking these drugs can actually experience a worsening of mood, and even thoughts of suicide. No clinical test currently exists to make this determination, and only time - usually weeks - can tell before a psychiatrist knows whether a patient is getting better or worse...