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I think i have depression, but i haven't been diagnosed. i'm afraid of asking my family doctor, because i don't think she'll fully understand.
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Your doc can refer: Even if your family doctor does not understand or wish to treat, i can't imagine any family doctor who would not provide a referral in this situation. The referral should be both to a psychiatrist for evaluation and medication management options and to a psychologist for psychotherapy. Your family doctor's job is to rule out any physical cause for the depression. Best wishes.
Answered 11/24/2013
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