Hi, I'm Concerned Mother

May 27, 2026

My son has been approved by BC medical for "reduced" medication this week. I want to get as much information as possible for myself and my 40 year old son who has been on psychiatric medication/depot shots for many years.

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CatinaMay 27

Community AnchorEffexor

Hi @Concerned Mother...welcome! You will want to make sure your doctor has knowledge of Hyperbolic tapering, which you can read about in the Learn section. You can also suggest that your doctor purchase a copy of The Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines. What drugs is your son taking? Is it his goal to completely taper off? Do you have any specific questions you need the answers to? We'll help the best we can. Glad to have you! Catina 🩷

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 16.64 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Synthroid - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.

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BasedStaffMay 27

Community AnchorEffexor

Hi there! We have a full education portal under “Learn” which may be helpful! Let us know if theres any specifics youre looking for

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