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Going off meds right away is very dangerous. Especially for people with a suicidal history. This is most likely what happened with the NIU shooter and he lost it.

The proper way to go off these meds is to very gradually reduce the dose until you’re off. This could take months depending on your dose. The shooter’s GF is on record saying he just stopped a few weeks ago.

Methinks a warning should be posted for these drugs but the drug companies don’t want these drugs to seem addictive.

Anti-depressants aren’t considered ‘addictive’ so people stop taking them on their own. Sometimes with very bad results. They are ‘addictive’ like narcotics but the symptoms are deeper depression instead of withdrawal.

Methinks a warning should be posted for these drugs but the drug companies don’t want these drugs to seem addictive.

It's not that they are addictive, it has to do with the way they work, the reason for gradual weaning. Several of the meds the dosage is ramped up, and you need to go off them the same way. Anyone who abruptly stops taking their meds without following the proper regimen as directed by their doctor is asking for trouble. Unfortunately some people just decide they don't want to take something because of how it makes them feel, when what they should do is consult with their doctor for alternatives, whether it been a different dosage or medication.