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Psychotherapy
Among the various psychotherapies, cognitive-behavioral therapy appears to be the most effective approach. If psychotherapy is used alone without medications, benefits should be evident within 8 weeks and symptoms should be fully resolved by 12 weeks. If these conditions are not met, then the patient should strongly consider antidepressant drugs.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
In a major analysis of four randomized comparative studies, cognitive behavior therapy worked as well as antide...
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Expert & Community Posts
Stress and Depression in Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Stroke and Depression: Learn the Signs and How to Work through Them
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A Guide to Six Habits That Can Prevent Depression
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"Just Snap Out of It!"
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Health Guide
The First 48 Hours: Top 10 Depression Myths Debunked
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...avoiding stress and managing the stress you can’t avoid, developing a support network, picking up new coping skills, and being vigilant about subtle changes in mood and behavior and energy. And... Read more »ADHD: Co-existing Conditions
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...This in turn could lead to a poor self-image, which in turn could lead to feelings of inadequacy and depression. An article in the March, 2007 edition of "Arthritis Care and Research" focused... Read more »Images
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