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depression
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depression
by sue, Apr 26, 2000 12:00AM
i feel totally worn out can not do anything feel totally worthless and every day is getting to be a struggle i can not concentrate at work or do anything why do i feel so bad i have been taking pills for over a year now and still no better
Doctor's Answer
by HFHS MD - RG, Apr 27, 2000 12:00AM
Your depression seems inadequately treated if your symptoms have been persistent for over a year.
Your medications need to be reviewed by your physician and determine if an increase of dosage or a medication change is necessary.
Reserach shows that a combination of psychotherapy and medications is the most effective treatment for depression.Cognitive-Behavioral psychotherapy is particularly useful for the treatment of depression. You might reuqest a referral for this therapy.
Talk to your doctor about your concerns and treatment plans.
Your medications need to be reviewed by your physician and determine if an increase of dosage or a medication change is necessary.
Reserach shows that a combination of psychotherapy and medications is the most effective treatment for depression.Cognitive-Behavioral psychotherapy is particularly useful for the treatment of depression. You might reuqest a referral for this therapy.
Talk to your doctor about your concerns and treatment plans.
