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Antidepressants and Your Heart: The Hidden Risks of Long-Term Use - AI Podcast

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  • Long-term antidepressant use significantly increases the risk of sudden cardiac death, with risk doubling after six or more years of use according to Danish research
  • Younger adults face an even higher risk, with those aged 30 to 39 showing five times greater likelihood of sudden cardiac death after six years on antidepressants
  • Antidepressants disrupt heart rhythm by affecting ion channels, triggering fatal irregular heartbeat
  • Research shows antidepressants only benefit about 15% of patients beyond placebo effect, primarily those with severe depression rather than general low mood
  • Effective alternatives for managing depression include exercise, sunlight exposure, gut health optimization and techniques for nervous system regulation
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Story at-a-glance
  • Long-term antidepressant use significantly increases the risk of sudden cardiac death, with risk doubling after six or more years of use according to Danish research
  • Younger adults face an even higher risk, with those aged 30 to 39 showing five times greater likelihood of sudden cardiac death after six years on antidepressants
  • Antidepressants disrupt heart rhythm by affecting ion channels, triggering fatal irregular heartbeat
  • Research shows antidepressants only benefit about 15% of patients beyond placebo effect, primarily those with severe depression rather than general low mood
  • Effective alternatives for managing depression include exercise, sunlight exposure, gut health optimization and techniques for nervous system regulation
  continue reading

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