This webinar was previously part of the 2024 Congress webinar library.
Overview
Antidepressant prescription has risen dramatically over the past 30 years in the UK and in other rich countries. This has provoked a concern that they are over prescribed and that many are not receiving any benefit. The evidence for the effectiveness of antidepressants has been systematically reviewed and more recent studies in the UK have also examined their effectiveness. Despite this evidence though there are arguments for suggesting that the treatment effect for antidepressants is small and not clinically important. Withdrawal symptoms from stopping maintenance antidepressants might also mimic relapses and give an impression that antidepressants are still effective in long term maintenance treatment. This session will put both sides of the argument and will allow this debate to be discussed in a non-polarising and respectful manner and contributing constructively to the debate.
Learning objectives
- Understanding the evidence underlying the current controversy surrounding antidepressant effectiveness.
- The best way of communicating the benefits and risks to patients.
Speakers
Chair: Professor Sir Simon Wessely, King's College London, London
Professor Joanna Moncrieff, King's College London, London
Professor David Taylor, South London and Maudsley NHS Trust, London
Professor Glyn Lewis, University College London, London
Availability
This webinar is available for purchase and is not part of the CPD eLearning subscription. You will have access to this webinar for 12 months after you have purchased it.
Prices
Non-member: £36.76
Consultant: £24.50
Resident (Higher)/SAS Doctors: £19.40
Resident (Core)/Subsided*/Retired/Medical Students/FY Doctors: £13.27
