There is no way to prevent major depression, but detecting it early can diminish symptoms and help to prevent the illness from returning.
A combination of psychotherapy and medication is most helpful. The most commonly prescribed antidepressants are in the group known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). They include fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), paroxetine (Paxil) and citalopram (Celexa). They are fairly easy to take and relatively safe compared...
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Selective Serotonin-Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the first-line treatment for major depression.... Read more »
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Atypical Antipsychotic DrugsTen atypical antipsychotic drugs are currently approved in the United States:Clozapine (Clozaril, generic)Risperidone... Read more »
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LithiumLithium (Eskalith, Lithobid, generic) is the most widely used and studied mood stabilizing drug for bipolar disorder. Lithium is extremely... Read more »
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Article updated and reviewed by Christos Ballas, MD, Attenting Psychiatrist, Inpatient and Consult/Liaison Psychiatry, Hospital of the University of... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Bipolar Disorder
Goals of Treatment for Bipolar DisorderIt is critical for the person with bipolar to seek appropriate treatment as quickly as possible in order to... Read more »