Journal of Affective Disorders
Volume 70, Issue 2 , Pages 133-141 , July 2002

The long-term outcome of a benzodiazepine discontinuation programme in depressed outpatients

Received 8 June 2000 ,Revised 19 January 2001 ,Accepted 5 February 2001.

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Journal of Affective Disorders
Volume 70, Issue 2 , Pages 133-141 , July 2002

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