What are Brain Zaps? A Common Symptom when Tapering Medications

Brain zaps, otherwise known as brain fireworks, brain shivers, electrical shocks, brain shocks, or head shocks are fairly common. According to a study published on medication withdrawal effects, over 56% of people tapering off of antidepressant medications report experiencing brain zaps as one of their symptoms.
Despite the fact that over half of individuals experiencing withdrawal-related brain zaps, the research into what causes brain zaps and strategies to soothe the currents are limited.
Since this time, I’ve examined the research, studied the brain, and have worked with countless clients to calm the bursts of wattage in their brains. Here’s what I’ve learned.
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