Antidepressants to help with PTSD symptoms?

Do SSRIs help with trauma processing?

I’m making first steps to recovery from my traumatic childhood through 90-minute sessions with a therapist once a week. They’re very emotionally draining, and I wonder if it should be like that? We’re doing EMDR therapy. I’ve read that it’s the most recommended approach endorsed by the WHO and various mental health orgs, so I guess we’re on the right track. However, my therapist advises me to add antidepressants to the mix, to cope with my nightmares and speed up the process. I want to recover, but should I hurry after so many years of living with it?

Any experiences you can offer are much appreciated!

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