How Do You Detect A Chemical Imbalance?
There are several methods you can use to try to detect a chemical imbalance in yourself or someone you know; however, detecting chemical imbalances is difficult, there is no exact science or test that guides mental health professionals in how to do so. Take a self-evaluation. You can use this evaluation to determine whether symptoms of a chemical imbalance are present. You can access these tests online at websites such as http://www.webmd.com/depression/tc/interactive-tool-are-you-depressed-what-does-this-tool-measure. Find a counselor, psychologist or therapist. Use Internet search engines such as http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/, use the phone book, or refer to your health insurance company for references to effective counselors. These professionals are also instrumental if you need a referral to be eligible for a psychiatrist appointment. Make an appointment with a psychiatrist. Psychiatrists can prescribe medication, while counselors, therapists and psychologists, unless
