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How Do Psychiatrists Treat Depression?
Psychiatrists treat depression through a combination of evidence-based approaches tailored to each patient’s unique needs. As licensed medical doctors and mental health professionals, psychiatrists can evaluate the severity of symptoms of depression, diagnose underlying mental health conditions, and prescribe antidepressants such as SSRIs or SNRIs when appropriate. They also consider
Can You See a Psychiatrist without Medication? – Therapy without Medication
Yes, you can absolutely see a psychiatrist without taking medication. While psychiatry is often associated with prescribing antidepressants or other psychiatric medications, many psychiatrists—especially those who take a holistic or integrative approach—offer non-medication treatments as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, we recognize that not everyone
Does Psychiatry Always Work for Depression? – Treatment-Resistant Depression
Psychiatry plays a vital role in the treatment of depression, but it’s important to recognize that not all patients respond to traditional antidepressant medications or psychotherapy. When individuals continue to experience depressive symptoms despite trying multiple interventions, they may be diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This condition affects a significant
Alternative Treatments for Depression
When it comes to treating depression without relying solely on antidepressant medication, a range of alternative treatments has emerged as effective and evidence-based. These non-medication treatment options can be especially helpful for individuals experiencing mild to moderate depression, or those who are sensitive to the side effects of SSRIs and
Prozac vs. Zoloft – What’s the Difference?
Prozac (brand name for fluoxetine) and Zoloft (brand name for sertraline hydrochloride) are both FDA-approved antidepressants that belong to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) drug class. These prescription medications are commonly used to treat mental health conditions such as major depressive disorder (MDD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and
Is Online Therapy Effective or Is It Better in Person?
The question of whether online therapy is effective compared to in-person therapy has been the subject of extensive research — and the results are promising. Numerous systematic reviews and meta-analyses have shown that online therapy, including video sessions and internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), can be just as effective as
