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What the experts say:

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DR. ANTONEI CSOKA

Biogerontologist, Associate Professor in the Department of Anatomy at Howard University

“Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) and related disorders such as Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) likely represent types of iatrogenic epigenetic damage previously unseen in human history. On the individual level the consequences are catastrophic, and there may be population-level effects as well. Increasing our knowledge and understanding of these increasingly-prevalent disorders is paramount.”

— Private Email, Sep 2, 2023

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DR. ROBERTO COSIMO MELCANGI

Professor in Endocrinology

“Despite the current efforts, more work is still needed to advance the understanding of PSSD in terms of diagnostic markers and therapeutic strategies.”

— Private Email, December 28, 2023

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DR. JOSEF WITT-DOERING

Psychiatrist, Global Pharmacovigilance Medical Director and former FDA Medical officer

“Once PSSD symptoms begin they can last for years and may even be permanent in some people.” … “Despite the public recognition of this condition by major government health authorities, the condition is still under recognized by the medical community.”

— What is PSSD and Why is No One Talking About it?, Jan 10, 2023

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Patient Spotlight

In an attempt to tackle the considerable stigma associated with PSSD, we will be placing the spotlight onto brave sufferers who are courageously telling their personal stories of what it’s like to have PSSD.

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We want to keep you involved as much as we can.

To facilitate this, we will continue to post bi-yearly updates on our efforts and achievements.