How Is Depression in Parkinsons Disease Treated?
In Parkinson’s disease, depression may be treated with psychological therapy, as well as with medications. People seem to do better when they receive both psychological and drug treatments. There are many antidepressant medications available, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. The choice of antidepressant for patients with Parkinson’s disease depends on their overall condition and specific needs. Most people with Parkinson’s disease should not take Ascendin (amoxipine) because this medication could temporarily worsen the Parkinson’s disease symptoms. Psychological therapy can help a patient with Parkinson’s disease re-establish a sense of self-worth in the face of declining functional abilities. It also can help the person maintain good relationships with caregivers and family members, despite increasing dependency. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a procedure in which a brief application of electric stimulus is used to produce a generalized seizure. ECT can be a valua
