Question 1

doctors, what are the symptoms of depression?

Accepted Answer

Help is possible: Symptoms of depression include sad mood and loss of interest in usually pleasurable things for greater than 2 weeks.  Also there are changes in sleep (too much or not enough); energy (slowed down or agitated); and appetite (could have little appetite w/weight loss, or eating too much w/weight gain).  Difficulty concentrating ; making decisions. Frequent thoughts of death ; suicide. It's treatable.

Question 2

how do complementary doctors treat depression?

Accepted Answer

Meds, TMS, CBTs: I'm not sure what u mean "complementary doctors", but I use every means available and fda approved incl. : pharmacotherapy, tms( transcranial magnetic stimulation and cbt (cognitive behavioral  therapy.

Question 3

how do doctors test themselves for depression?

Accepted Answer

See below: Just like we recommend to you, we try to ask for professional help, no self-diagnosis (it is difficult though:)  we try ask for help when needed. Focus on stress management, e.g. Self-care, relaxation, taking breaks when possible.

Question 4

do doctors know of different types of depression?

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Yes: From the chronic to the temporary situational and so many others.

Question 5

do doctors know of certain foods that worsen depression?

Accepted Answer

No: There have been no foods clearly shown to worsen depression.  However alcohol at higher doses will worsen depression.

Question 6

how does it feel to be tested for teen depression at the doctors?

Accepted Answer

Teen depression: First medical causes of depression should be ruled out, such as hypothyroidism.  This can be done by a simple blood test.  They should have a mental health evaluation by a psychiatrist. This involves just answering a lot of questions.  The psychiatrist should also speak with the parent regarding their concerns and possible treatment options.

Question 7

can you tell me what do doctors do to determine you are depressed?

Accepted Answer

We usually explore: A # of  issues regarding mood, life function ; quality of life. Medical evaluation / labs may also be done to rule out medical causes for depressed symptoms. Take care.

Question 8

could you tell me what happens in a doctors appointment for depression?

Accepted Answer

Assessment.: The doctor will ask you about things like your mood, your energy level, concentration, sleep patterns, appetite, family history, medications, allergies,  thoughts of harm to self or others, low self esteem, etc. Try to not to worry.

Question 9

i think i may have depression quite badly but doctors don't take me seriousy!

Accepted Answer

Psychiatrist?: Have you seen a psychiatrist. Mental health professionals are specially trained to recognize these kinds of concerns even when they may not look like it on the surface.

Question 10

why and what will happen if i keep having to go back to the doctors for depression?

Accepted Answer

Hopefully: It will lead to you getting the help that you need. If you are not already in some form of counseling - it would be a big help.

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