SSRI is first-line treatment for
Correct Answer: Social phobia
Description: In social phobia, among the antidepressants, SSRIs are currently drugs of choice, with paroxetine being the most widely used drug. Other SSRIs, such as fluoxetine and seraline are also equally effective. Fluoxetine has the advantage of a longer half-life. Other antidepressants such as imipramine (TCA) and phenelzine (MAOI), are also helpful in treating the panic attacks associated with phobias, thereby decreasing the distress. Ref: A Sho Textbook of Psychiatry, Niraj Ahuja, 7th Edition, pg. no. 95
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