Our brains developed largely to accommodate hunter-gatherer issues. The complex traumas of modern life have resulted in numerous medical conditions. A variety of drugs have been developed to help combat these traumas. When used correctly, and in an informed way, these drugs can greatly increase the quality of life.

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Unfortunately the speed of medical advances often means these drugs are used incorrectly; in particular duration of medication and unintended side effects caused by drug interactions with each other. In many cases they can make the situation significantly worse. In some cases new medication is introduced to reduce the side-effects of one drug with beneficial short-term result. However in the longer-term this worsens the original symptoms created by the first drug.

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The situation is compounded by the fact that many of these drugs have withdrawal symptoms similar, or worse, than the original condition. This effectively creates an involuntary drug addiction.

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It is strongly recommended that withdrawal from many of these drugs is supported by a qualified counsellor.

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In many cases patients can return to a normal life once they have gradually weaned off their drugs.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Any advice given on this site should not be substituted for the advice of a qualified medical professional who is well-informed about prescription addiction and withdrawal. The best combination is to work with both your doctor and an organisation like ourselves.

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All advice is followed at your own risk. You are advised never to stop taking any medication abruptly, and without the consent of a qualified medical professional.

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Stopping mind altering medication suddenly is always the worst option.