Dear Sir I can see that you are quite concerned about your son. Since this is the second time that he had. breakdown, the medicine needs to be continued for long term. How long friends on a lot of factors such as how well he us responding to them, any further episodes, how well adjusted he was before all this started, what is his existing support and so on. Many people who are on medications are still able to do well in life have family and job and lead a productive life. Do not stop the medication without consulting your psychiatrist as it may increase the chances of relapse Thanks Regards Dr Ankita Mishra