How Do You Diagnose And Treat Depression?
Are you just sad or are you suffering from depression? Find out how to diagnose and treat this terrible disease at eHow Determine whether you are sad, or clinically depressed. Symptoms of clinical depression include: persistent low/blue mood, low self-esteem, tearfulness, poor motivation and lack of enjoyment in things you used to enjoy. There are physical symptoms as well, such as sleeping too much or too little, a feeling that it is difficult to move, and abnormal eating patterns. If you think you are clinically depressed, see a doctor. You can see your regular family doctor, who may refer you to a psychiatrist. Decide on the treatment you want. One popular treatment is counseling. This will allow you to “talk out” your problems and resolve underlying issues that may be causing your depression. Think about seeking treatment with medicine. There are literally dozens of anti-depressants on the market today. Many are very effective, and do not have the side effects associated with earli
