Antidepressant Withdrawal: Is There Such a Thing? (Mayo Clinic)

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Publisher: Mayo Clinic · Published: August 9, 2026 · Accessed: August 9, 2026

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• Antidepressant withdrawal is possible if you abruptly stop taking an antidepressant, particularly after taking it longer than four to six weeks.
• Electric shock sensations are among the common symptoms of antidepressant discontinuation syndrome, along with dizziness, headaches, nausea, tiredness, agitation, and anxiety.
• Having withdrawal symptoms does not mean you're addicted to an antidepressant; to minimize risk, talk with your doctor before stopping and taper the dose gradually.