Discontinuing Psychiatric Medications: A Survey of Long-Term Users
This survey found that 54% of long-term users met their goal of discontinuing medication, and 82% were satisfied.
An exploratory analysis of the role of social supports in psychiatric medication discontinuation: results related to family involvement
Exploratory study found family plays a complex role in medication decisions; helpful family support was linked to being less likely to completely discontinue.
User perspectives on professional support and service use during medication discontinuation
Survey found service gaps and a need to improve provider support for medication discontinuation, as only 65% of respondents reported seeing a prescriber and less than half reported seeing a psychotherapist.
What Happens When you Stop Taking Psychiatric Medication | Pacific Standard Magazine
This article stresses the need to mainstream conversations about psychiatric medication discontinuation so that doctors can better support individuals' choices in the process.