Zoloft Addiction and Zoloft Abuse

Zoloft addiction and abuse is the subject of this Special Report by Siobhan Morse, the executive director of the National Institute for Holistic Addiction Studies.

What is Zoloft?

Zoloft is anti-depressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors, or SSRIs.

Zoloft is used to treat major depressive disorder and general anxiety disorder.


Zoloft Addiction and Zoloft Abuse

Zoloft Addiction and Zoloft Abuse

What is Zoloft addiction and abuse?

Long-term anti-depressant use may eventually lead to a serious dependence upon the drug – so serious that one cannot function without the drug.

This is confirmed by the many Zoloft addiction withdrawal symptoms that may be experienced when a person forgets to take a dose or discontinues use completely.

Though anti-depressants are not likely to be abused, many long-term users develop an anti-depressant tolerance.

What are the side effects of Zoloft?

The side effects of Zoloft include: headache, trouble concentrating, memory problems, weakness, dry mouth, fainting, seizures, shallow breathing and feeling unsteady.

What are the withdrawal symptoms of Zoloft?

The withdrawal symptoms of Zoloft include: dizziness, nausea, headaches, vomiting, irritability and nightmares.


Zoloft Addiction and Abuse

Zoloft Addiction and Abuse



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