Isn’t medication all I need to “fix” depression or anxiety?
Because depression and anxiety have biochemical components, symptoms can often be greatly mitigated using antidepressants and/or anti-anxiety medications. However, because medications do not address the emotional aspects or the root causes associated with the symptoms – and may result in unwanted side effects – psychotherapy is also recommended. The process helps patients identify their underlying issues and begin healing. Additionally, talk therapy rivaled drug therapy in effectiveness in a well-known clinical research study as discussed in a November 1995 Consumer Reports’ article. You can read a copy this article online.
