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Depression and anxiety disorders are distinct conditions, yet they often share overlapping symptoms such as nervousness, irritability, difficulty sleeping, and trouble concentrating. While each has unique causes and emotional or behavioral characteristics, they frequently coexist, affecting people profoundly.
Causes
Depression is typically caused by a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Research indicates that many individuals with depression may have experienced an anxiety disorder earlier in life. Although one disorder does not directly cause the other, it is common for people to struggle with both simultaneously.
Treatments
Depression, even in its most severe forms, can be treatable. Early intervention is key to achieving the best outcome. Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive evaluation, including our extensive intake process and an evaluation to examine how you feel and how you are affected by the environment around you. Treatment modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapies, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and other modalities. Psychiatric treatment may include medications that are carefully selected to be prescribed at the lowest dose possible while mindful of potential interaction with other medicines you may be taking. Out the rapist and psychiatric providers collaborate care and share their treatment [plans to maximize your recovery.
Common treatment options include:
Medication — Antidepressants that target brain chemicals such as serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine to regulate mood.
Psychotherapy — For mild to moderate cases, psychotherapy alone may suffice, while more complex depression often responds best to a combination of medication and psychotherapy.
