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When should i start taking meds for my depression and anxiety attacks?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Meds. for dep.: As soon as they are prescribed, after thorough evaluation.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Susan Uhrich answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That depends in: Whether you meet the criteria for major depression. If you have sleep, appetite and energy changes we know that the best treatment is a combination of medications and therapy.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

When should i start taking meds for my depression and anxiety attacks?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

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