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Patients starting treatment with an SSRI should be told to expect an initial response in about:
 
  1. 1-2 days.
  2. 1-2 weeks.
  3. 2-4 weeks.
  4. 4-6 weeks.

Question 2

How long should patients generally continue antidepressant medications?
 
  1. Until their symptoms have resolved
  2. Until side effects develop
  3. For 6-12 months after symptoms have resolved
  4. For 1 month after symptoms have improved



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2

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Correct Answer: 3





 

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