Nytimes iconNytimesSep 29, 2026

V.A. Institutes New Consent Requirements for Some Psychiatric Drugs

Veterans under 30 will have to sign forms before being given antidepressants.

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Veterans under 30 will have to sign forms before being given antidepressants.

Medical groups fear the moves may stigmatize mental health treatment.

Veterans under 30 will have to sign forms before being given antidepressants. Medical groups fear the moves may stigmatize mental health treatment.

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Veterans under 30 will have to sign forms before being given antidepressants. Medical groups fear the moves may stigmatize mental health treatment.

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