Hi Marcymiller83,
Thanks for your question and for joining EmpowHER. Is this the same doctor who has treated you in the past? If so, then they would be familiar with what worked for you in the past, and how to assess what treatment may work best for you. You also are a good gage here too. You should know what has worked for you in the past when you have had bouts with depression. It's not unheard of to try the tried-and-true treatment first. Do you know what your triggers are? It also would help to avoid those things. Make sure to get loads of rest, exercise, eat healthy, avoid alcohol and caffeine, drink enough water, and ask for help where you need it. Those are my tried and true things that help.
Here is the EmpowHER Depression page that also may have some articles that may help you advocate for your health: Depression Treatments
It is good you are attacking this head on--being self-aware is huge. That will help you get over your depression faster, I think.
Good luck and let us know if you need any more information or to "talk". Let us know how you're doing.
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Hi Marcymiller83,
March 30, 2011 - 6:28amThanks for your question and for joining EmpowHER. Is this the same doctor who has treated you in the past? If so, then they would be familiar with what worked for you in the past, and how to assess what treatment may work best for you. You also are a good gage here too. You should know what has worked for you in the past when you have had bouts with depression. It's not unheard of to try the tried-and-true treatment first. Do you know what your triggers are? It also would help to avoid those things. Make sure to get loads of rest, exercise, eat healthy, avoid alcohol and caffeine, drink enough water, and ask for help where you need it. Those are my tried and true things that help.
Here is the EmpowHER Depression page that also may have some articles that may help you advocate for your health:
Depression Treatments
It is good you are attacking this head on--being self-aware is huge. That will help you get over your depression faster, I think.
Good luck and let us know if you need any more information or to "talk". Let us know how you're doing.
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