Information On Current Treatments For Depression
Treatment
Depression is a treatable illness, with many therapeutic options available including psychotherapy, antidepressants, or both. In general, the treatment choice depends on the degree and type of depression and other accompanying conditions. It also may depend on age, pregnancy status, or other individual factors.
In choosing treatment options, it is important for the patient to be fully involved in the decision-making process.
Patients with Major Depression. Numerous studies support a...
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Deep Brain Stimulation as a Treatment for Depression
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Seasonal Affective Disorder: Depression Information
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Clinical trial: Registry for treatment-resistant depression
This study is designed to create a registry that will collect information about patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) who are currently... Read more »
Clinical trial: Treatment-resistant depression registry
This is a study to create a registry of patients who suffer from treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Researchers will collect information about... Read more »
Add-on depression treatment goes to clinical trials
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Depression
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Blues; Gloom; Sadness; MelancholyHome CareIf you are depressed for 2 weeks or longer, you should contact your doctor, who can offer treatment... Read more »
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