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- What to Ask Your Doctor
I’ve recently been diagnosed with major depressive disorder and I have questions.
What to Ask Your Doctor
What causes major depressive disorder?
It can be helpful to know why you have it.
What type of depression do I have?
Not all depression is the same. Different types respond to different treatments.
What are my treatment options?
You don’t have to put up with symptoms, especially if they affect your everyday life. Learn what can be done to manage your condition.
What would happen if I did nothing?
Talk over the pros and cons with your doctor before you make a decision about treatment.
How do I manage depression and other health conditions?
Your doctor can help you decide the best way to do this.
I’m currently treating major depressive disorder and I have questions.
What to Ask Your Doctor
Can complementary or alternative medicine help?
Your doctor can help you figure out what might ease your symptoms.
What side effects can treatment cause?
It can be helpful to know what’s normal and what isn’t.
Should I talk to a mental health professional?
Your doctor can help you decide if talking to a psychiatrist or other mental health professional is right for you.
Is there anything I shouldn’t do while taking antidepressants?
Your doctor can tell you what’s OK and what’s not.
Should I consider a clinical trial?
Researchers are always testing new treatments to see how well they work and if they're safe. If you join a clinical trial, you might get to try one before it’s approved by the FDA. Talk to your doctor about your options and the pros and cons.