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How does a doctor test for depression or anxiety? i think i may have depression and want to know how it'll be determined.
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Depression scale: There are different depression scales that your physician might employ in determining the severity of your disease. They are questionnaires mostly. A physical exam will be needed, too.
Answered 8/13/2014
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