Patients starting treatment with an SSRI should be told to expect an initial response in about:
1. 1-2 days.
2. 1-2 weeks.
3. 2-4 weeks.
4. 4-6 weeks.
Correct Answer: 2
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1. disabled. 2. disadvantaged. 3. handicapped. 4. impaired.
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