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How to help my depressed brother?
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Encourage your: brother to get a med eval. A Dr can assess for mood disorder & underlying medical conditions. Talking therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or insight oriented psychotherapy) helps w lasting change. Psych meds may be indicated. Here are basics: Don't isolate. Spend time w people. Having a support system is important. Get out. Don’t stagnate at home. Work to get at least 8 hours sleep/ night &
Answered 6/8/2014
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Spend time w/him: Hoping your brother's getting treatment for his depression -- medications and psychotherapy can be very effective. If not, you can encourage him in that direction, first through seeing his primary care doctor and then with psychiatrists, psychologists, etc. And you can spend time with him -- talking and doing activities that get you outdoors and moving. Better for you both than watching tv!
Answered 12/1/2013
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