10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Depression
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor about...
Depression
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What causes depression? Will I have it for the rest of my life?
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What medications treat depression? How do they work?
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Will my personality change if I take antidepressant medication?
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How long will it take for the medication to help me feel better?
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What are the side effects of this medication? What can I do if this medication doesn’t work for me or the side effects bother me?
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How does psychotherapy help with depression?
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What other steps can I take to help manage my depression?
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What are warning signs of recurring depression?
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Do you have experience treating depression?
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How do I reach you in an emergency?
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Patient Notes:
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Reference: Depression section on Better Medicine
