“Are medications effective in treating major depressive disorder?”
I was diagnosed with major depressive disorder. Are medications effective in treating depression?
5 Answers
Often they are, particularly when combined with brief therapy. Its important if not responding to see a psychiatrist as opposed to primary care doctor to adjust the dosage or change which medication is used. It takes 2-4 weeks for a response to medication to occur
Medication can be highly effective once you find the correct medication for you. While Primary Care Physicians sometimes prescribe psychotropic medications for depression, my clients tend to benefit most from working with a Psychiatrist. Therapists (with a few exceptions) cannot prescribe medication, but can help teach skills to improve MDD.
No. They are overall very ineffective. It's your brain energy that's the problem. Damaged mitochondria leading to abnormal brain energy production. Change to very low carb or carnivore diet and go and do something. You will feel better but it takes time. Sugar and refined carbs are wicked and should be avoided like the plague.
Yes, in many cases, medications are very helpful in treating major depressive disorder. While not every person responds the same to medications, there are a variety of medications available that are effective. Taking a medication may help you get more out of therapy and the psychological strategies that will allow you to better manage, alleviate, or cope with your symptoms.
Yes, but only in about 33%
