How Can I Stop Weight Gain From Antidepressants?How to Avoid Antidepressant-Related Weight Gain
In his book The Antidepressant Survival Program, Dr. Robert Hedaya, discusses the mixed blessings of antidepressant therapy. While effective and even life-saving for so many, the unwanted side effects can be extremely troubling. One common and often upsetting side effect with is weight gain from antidepressants. This includes treatment with classes of antidepressants known as SSRIs, TCAs and MAOIs that may be used to treat panic disorder. What Causes Antidepressant Weight Gain? There are a few theories about why weight gain occurs with antidepressant use, but no concrete conclusions. Some theories blame the antidepressant s affect on metabolism or appetite. Many people taking antidepressants report feeling increased hun
