The Dangers of Antidepressants During Pregnancy

Exposure to antidepressants in utero may lead to lifelong neurodevelopmental changes, including those leading to autism.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• When used during pregnancy, antidepressant drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders

• The animal study revealed SSRIs may interact with inflammation in the mother’s body, producing a reaction that affects the maternal-fetal interface (MFI) and the fetus’ developing…