A person may have short-term success with antipsychotic or antidepressant drugs, but at least half of patients stop taking them, often because of the ________ of the medication.

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Unpleasant side effects are a common reason why patients stop taking antipsychotic or antidepressant drugs. Foul taste, unproven effectiveness, and societal stigma may also contribute to a patient's decision to stop taking medication, but they are not as common as unpleasant side effects.

A Person May Have Short-Term Success with Antipsychotic or Antidepressant