Common Questions

Is there a cure for mental illness?

While there is no cure for mental illnesses, most conditions can be managed successfully. Recovery from mental health problems is a process. Most people who are diagnosed with a mental health condition can get relief from their symptoms and lead a satisfying life with the proper treatment consisting of medications, psychotherapy, and support groups.

I’ve been on antidepressant medication for a while now and I feel great. Can I stop taking my medication?

It is important to talk to the prescribing doctor before stopping your medication. Sometimes, the symptoms of anxiety and depression can come back after you come off the medication. Stopping it abruptly can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Your doctor can work with you to help you safely come off the medication.

Can I get a discount on mental health medications with BuzzRx?

Yes, you can get discounts on some medicines—including mental health medications—as long as you have a signed prescription from your doctor.

References:

1. https://www.mentalhealth.gov/basics/what-is-mental-health

2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92254/

3. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml

4. https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad

5. https://medlineplus.gov/panicdisorder.html

6. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd/index.shtml

7. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml

8. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtml

9. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3539724/

10. https://magazine.medlineplus.gov/article/commonly-prescribed-antidepressants-and-how-they-work

11. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/mental-health-medications/index.shtml

12. https://www.nami.org/FAQ/Mental-Health-Medication-FAQ/I-have-been-taking-my-antidepressant-medication-fo