ANXIETY MEDICATION CITALOPRAM LONG TERM SIDE EFFECTS Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), commonly prescribed for depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and OCD. It increases serotonin in the brain to improve mood and calmness. While it can be very effective short-term, long-term use presents challenges that are often overlooked. Many users report emotional blunting—feeling less joy, less sadness, and a loss of natural emotional response. In some studies, more than 40% of

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