Mrs. Hernandez presents with complaints of irritability, difficulty with sleep, poor concentration, and stomach upset. She experienced a traumatic event 3 months ago. You prescribe an SSRI to address her symptoms. One month later she returns endorsing improvement of symptoms and requests to discontinue medication. You counsel her that medications should be continued for ________ after acute response to decrease the risk of recurrence.

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The Answer of Mrs. Hernandez presents with complaints of irritability, difficulty with sleep, poor concentration, and stomach upset. She experienced a traumatic event 3 months ago. You prescribe an SSRI to address her symptoms. One month later she returns endorsing improvement of symptoms and requests to discontinue medication. You counsel her that medications should be continued for ________ after acute response to decrease the risk of recurrence.

Mrs Hernandez Presents with Complaints of Irritability, Difficulty with Sleep