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Could use your help docs! my cbt therapy for depression isn't working. what should i do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sometimes: Psychiatric medications in combination with cognitive behavioral therapy can be more effective. Are you on medications currently?

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 3/30/2014

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