>>510265982The mechanism is locking serotonin in place so it is between receptors and is therefore "in use" and not made-in use-out.
In time, it makes the serotonin molecule shape different. It is not something to be taken for years on end, and just like brains are core different, so are SSRI's.
If they prescribed her monster doses and the wrong type for her over a prolongued time with no follow-up on side effects, it sure is bad.
I tried quitting cold turkey and I nearly minecrafted some people on day 3. Had to slowly taper down, and that was just after 2 years on lexapro.
Drinking while on them is worse than proclaimed.
Both cases (her and mine) are anecdotal, but they do work for their intent in most cases if there is structure and self improvement.