Over 1.8m anti-depression prescriptions issued in just five monthsBetween January and May 2025, 1,855,620 prescriptions were issued to over 16s.
GPs overprescribing drugs for anxiety, depression and chronic painSolutions to overprescribing require a multifaceted approach, including timely access to suitable services for patients nationwide.
Over 37,000 anti-depressant prescriptions issued to under-18s in nine-month periodMajority of the prescriptions fell under the General Medical Service (GMS) scheme, with 28,802 people accessing it under this service.