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How long is it reasonable to allow symptoms of anxiety and depression to continue before treating? i've felt anxious and depressed (tired, unmotivated, apathetic, etc.) since my car accident 1mo ago. on venlafaxine 225mg, been in therapy >2 years.
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Treat any illness: Now it seems you have already been diagnosed with depression. If the Effexor (venlafaxine) and or therapy does not help you perhaps you need to try a different medication. You must reach a normal functioning level. If you have not get your help right away and be persistent to seek your help. There are wonderful medications to help you
Answered 1/6/2016
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Varies from person-: to person. Some patients require either more intensive psychotherapy ( CBT) or a change or adjustment to their antidepressant medication. Certainly discuss these issues with your prescribing physician/therapist.
Answered 1/9/2016
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Distress/impairment: determine need/effect of treatment. If doing well with venlafaxine and therapy before auto accident you may be experiencing temporary setback. If you were not doing well then medication and/or therapy must change if not effective after 2 years. Work with prescriber and therapist to determine progress and alternative/additional approaches. Review life skills/motivation. Best regards for relief.
Answered 4/25/2016
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