[header] How to explain depression [title] Get diagnosed. [step] If you feel that you may have depression, consult a medical professional first. Self-diagnosing a series illness like depression is not safe, since depression has serious side effects like angry outbursts, suicidal thoughts, and social isolation.
[header] How to explain depression [title] Get diagnosed. [step] If you feel that you may have depression, consult a medical professional first. Self-diagnosing a series illness like depression is not safe, since depression has serious side effects like angry outbursts, suicidal thoughts, and social isolation.
[substeps] If you are under 18 or are a dependent, ask your parents or legal guardian for help finding a doctor. If you are over 18, your regular doctor will refer you to a mental health professional. Although you can diagnose depression online, you may need to get a diagnosis through a medical specialist. [substeps] Write a letter to your doctor or therapist asking for a detailed history of how you feel. Friends and family will be able to help you get better, because if you opt to express depression yourself, they will have a hard time explaining why. [substeps] If you're diagnosed with a series illness such as depression, your doctor will prescribe treatment plans, which can help prepare you for the diagnosis. Talk with your doctor about your diagnosis and see what treatment options you have. [substeps] Treatment options are antidepressants (ssris), drugs (naproxen or aleve), and lifestyle changes (lepsps).