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Therapy back on agenda as drugs' success rate questioned

They are among the most prescribed drugs on the NHS and have spawned a multi-billion-pound worldwide industry. However, a study of clinical trials published today concludes some anti-depressants are no better than placebos.

They are among the most prescribed drugs on the NHS and have spawned a multi- billion-pound worldwide industry.

However, a study of clinical trials published today concludes some anti-depressants are no better than placebos.