

After Depression Meds, She Lost Her Sexuality
11 snips Jul 7, 2025
Emily Gray, a co-founder of PSSD Canada, shares her six-year battle with post-SSRI sexual dysfunction, advocating for awareness of its severe impacts. Dr. David Healy, a psychiatry professor with extensive SSRI research, discusses the pharmaceutical complexities behind antidepressants and their side effects. Meanwhile, Dr. Caroline Pukall, a sexual health expert, highlights the stigma surrounding sexual well-being post-medication. Together, they address the urgent need for better communication between healthcare providers and patients regarding these often-overlooked issues.
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Emily Gray's PSSD Experience
- Emily Gray woke up one morning during SSRI withdrawal and instantly realized she had lost all sexual sensation in her body.
- This loss of sexuality has persisted for six years and profoundly affected her life and relationships.
Persistent Sexual Side Effects Explained
- Many know SSRIs have sexual side effects but think they only last during use.
- Emily Gray's persistent loss of sexual sensation years after stopping SSRIs reveals a deeper, lasting condition.
PSSD Prevalence May Be Underestimated
- PSSD is estimated at about 4% prevalence but may be more common than reported.
- It remains underrecognized because of underreporting and lack of awareness in medical research.