This week, Peter Simons covers three new articles which suggest that "relapse" in the drug trials for both antidepressants and antipsychotics is likely caused by sudden withdrawal. This contradicts the notion that the drugs have protective effects against relapse.

• "Relapse" in Antidepressant Trials Likely Caused by Sudden Withdrawal
• Sudden Antipsychotic Withdrawal—Not Low Dose—Leads to Relapse
• Tapered Antipsychotic Withdrawal Mitigates Risk of Psychotic Symptoms