Constant need to change meds

I have been on medication for depression and anxiety for a few years. Every few months my psychiatrist has to change my medication as they stop working. Is this common and will I ever find medication that will work long term without having to change the dosages? I'm currently on four different meds for depression and anxiety and one for hypothyroidism.

[Roger Gould, M.D.]

medications only help to control and minimize the symptoms.  You have to deal with the source of your depression and anxiety in a straightforward way in order to eliminate anxiety and depression.  If you are not involved in therapy with your psychiatrist or want to do some extra work on your own you can go to myvirtualshrink.com.  There you will be able to identify the problems that are bothering you and find some creative solutions to those problems.

[sevenpetals26]

Hi tracey, sometimes one medication doesnt work nd it is hard constantly switching meds.  witching meds frequently could make you feel worse in general.  Sometimes medicines combined can do the trick.. i agree with roger when he states that you have to deal with it.. meaning as in learning... there are groups like dbt and cbt.  That help you conquer your issues then maybe the meds will feel like they are at least taking off the edge but extra help and support is needed when anyone has mental health issues...

[heyjude1]

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