Dubious Science: Downplaying the Risks of Antidepressants in Pregnancy
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A number of research studies have found that use of antidepressants during pregnancy increases the risk of neurodevelopmental…
A number of research studies have found that use of antidepressants during pregnancy increases the risk of neurodevelopmental…
The research literature reveals that antidepressant use in pregnancy poses considerable risks to the fetus and the long-term…
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An important new research paper was published this week on the topic of antidepressant use during pregnancy and preterm birth. …
Antidepressant medications taken by pregnant women are associated with increased rates of preterm birth.
Antidepressant medications taken by pregnant women are associated with increased rates of preterm birth. This finding…
A detailed meta-analysis of the published research on women taking antidepressants during pregnancy finds that the rate of…