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I can't fall asleep and i'm really depressed. do you have any suggestions?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Professional help: Recommend medical assessment to check for medical causes of depression. Recommend psychological evaluation. Cognitive behavioral therapy can be very beneficial for depression. Psychiatric medications may also be indicated. Take care.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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